ABOUT CROATIA

Croatia is in the northern Mediterranean on the Adriatic, opposite Italy. The coast consists of Istria, the Croatian Riviera and Dalmatia. It has 1,187 islands, but only 67 of them are inhabited. It is one of the most stunning and unspoiled landscapes in Europe and ideal for sailing.

The climate is warm and Mediterranean, providing the basis for pleasant holidays throughout the year. The sea temperature in summer is about 25ºC.

As well as its natural beauty, the country is also home to innumerable cultural and historical monuments and towns, such as the ancient Roman amphitheatre in Pula, the Palace of the Emperor Diocletian in Split (a UNESCO world heritage site) and the Romanesque cities of Krk, Rab, Pag, Korcula and Trogir (a UNESCO world heritage site). Dubrovnik is an immaculately preserved 13th century fortified city with Renaissance towers, churches and harbour. The entire city is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Hvar boasts the country's oldest public theatre - dating from 1612. There are many beautiful churches; the basilica of Euphrasius in Porec, the preRomanesque church of St Donat in Zadar, Sibenik cathedral, and many others. But Croatia is not just a heritage site.

Croatia is a great place to enjoy yourself in many other ways - with excellent food, drink and entertainment wherever you go.

Area: 56,542 km sq. with an additional 31,067 km sq. of territorial waters.
Population: 4.381.352
Capital: Zagreb (770.058 inhabitants)
Length of coast: 5,835 km - including 4,058 km of island, islet and reef coastline.
Number of islands, islets and reefs: 1,187. The largest islands are those of Krk and Cres. There are 67 inhabited islands.

Climate: Northern Croatia has a continental climate; Central Croatia has a semi-highland climate, while the Croatian coast has a Mediterranean climate. Winter temperatures range from -1 to 6 °C in the continental region, -5 to 0°C in the mountain region and 5 to 10°C in the coastal region. Summer temperatures range from 22 to 26°C in the continental region, 15 to 20°C in the mountain region and 26 to 30°C in the coastal region.

Population: The majority of the population are Croats. National minorities include Serbs, Moslems, Slovenes, Hungarians, Czechs, Slovaks, Italians, and others.

Official language and alphabet: Croatian language and Latin alphabet.