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The travelers coming to the country of Croatia usually prefer to go in for excursions in Croatia which will take you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions. It is interesting to note that almost every part of the country has something to offer to everyone! You can take a leisurely walk along the beautiful sunny beaches of the Adriatic Coast or go in for hiking to explore the castles placed conveniently high on mountain tops. The vast expanse of vineyards and the medieval towns with their fortresses stand testimonies to he rich cultural heritage of the country are some of the most preferred places of excursions in Croatia.
You can visit Plitvice which is considered as one of the most beautiful areas of the country. The national park which spreads over an area of about 200 square kilometers along with the 16 lakes, 92 waterfalls and the woods is the chief attraction of the region. This national park has also been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and has an impressive range of flora and fauna. Besides, the natural beauty if you want to gather some knowledge about the historical aspect of the country then, visit the city of Split which is steeped in history. The Fortress of Diocletian which is also the largest fortress of the eastern Europe reflecting the rich Roman influence in Croatia is one of the most frequently visited tourist attractions in Croatia. This fortress encloses an area of about 215 meters by 180 meters where you will come across a mausoleum, temples and residences. This Fortress of Diocletian has been hit by the ravages of time so the only remains which you would get to see comprise the Temple of Jupiter, a colonnaded square and the Diocletian's mausoleum.
The other places of excursions in and around Croatia include the Museum Mimara in the capital of Croatia, Zagreb, the city of Sibenik and the medieval town of Hvar both of which have been shaped by renaissance. The Hvar town is the oldest one among all the others in the town of the island Hvar and houses some of the oldest buildings and monuments.
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