Croatia is well-positioned in the Balkans and over time it has become one of the best tourist destinations in Europe due to its rich history of War of Independence and the numerous natural features such as waterfalls and meandering rivers offering the best sites for photo taking. Here are some of the best places for your vacation in Croatia.

1. Krka National Park.

Krka National Park is centrally positioned in Central Dalmatia and has protected areas of remarkable natural features such as historic sites and wildlife. The park is well situated within the Sibenik – Knin County and along the Krka River. The national park is rich with numerous torrential waterfalls that make this place a perfect place for your next vacation. The natural pools of blue-green water add the eye-catching scenery of the park.

2. Zagreb

The largest and the capital city of Croatia. It is one of the vibrant and well-located metropolitan city with a rich history and various modern attraction sites. Zagreb which is located on the northwestern part of Croatia has its origin since the 11th century when the first diocese was established by the King Ladislaus of Hungary. Today the city has the Upper and the Lower Town. The Upper town is the center for the tourist attraction due to various attractions such as the great medieval church and the cobblestone streets.

3. Korcula

Marco Polo once was a famous merchant traveler who made this place popular as it was his birthplace. Korcula Island is approximately 30 miles long and located along Croatia’s Adriatic Coastline. The island is surrounded by the beautiful green forest, olive groves, vineyards, sandy beaches, and amiable villages. The good news is that you can easily get a house in these villages from one of many agencies. The colorful market surrounds these villages with plenty of facilities for tourists and the natives.

4. Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik town, also nicknamed as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” has been the flag-bearer as the most prominent Mediterranean place for tourists to visit. The city is positioned at the southern tip of the Adriatic Sea where fishing is one of the most interesting hobbies for the locals. The Old town has numerous historic features such as the magnificent palace, the defensive walls, museum, aquarium…

5. Trogir

Trogir is a small town in Croatia which is located in the central Adriatic coast of the country and offers mesmerizing beauty and vividness. Trogir’s historic center has been a part of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites since 1997.

Trogir is the best maintained Romanesque-Gothic Complex in all of Central Europe. Its medieval root is surrounded by walls and includes a conserved castle and a tower along with several dwellings and palaces from the Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and Renaissance periods.

The city organizes Moondance festival every summer at the Kamerlengo Fortress and is one of the most popular house and electro music festival in the surrounding area.