Dalmatian coast: sights to visit and excursions |
Dalmatia (Croatian: Dalmacija), is a historical region on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea. The name Dalmatia derives from the name of the tribe of the Dalmatae, which is connected with the Illyrian word delme, dele in modern Albanian, meaning "sheep" in English. It spreads between the island of Rab in the northwest and the Bay of Kotor in the southeast. The hinterland, the Dalmatian Zagora, ranges from fifty kilometers in width in the north to just a few kilometers in the south. Dalmatia today lies mostly in Croatia, also with smaller parts in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.
In the surrounding area there are numerous sights to visit and excursion to make for all age groups. You can choose between cultural highlights and authentic local customs. Take advantage of this matchless location to discover pearls like Split, Makarska, Dubrovnik or medieval Trogir. The most of these location are only a few minutes drive from your place of holiday and are ideal for a day trip. We will be happy to advise you about these destinations during the course of your vacation. It is worth to visit:
Omis: Place where the emerald-green Cetina River meets the Adriatic Sea. more... |
Makarska: Makarska is popular tourist destination under the Biokovo mountain. more... |
Split: Dalmatian cultural centre city is a splendid living museum. more... |
Trogir: It is a place of urban continuity in a medieval town. more... |
Dubrovnik: Impressive, the most known tourist destinations on the Adriatic coast. more... |
Sinj: Town with a famous heritage and place of pilgrimage . More... |
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