History and Culture
Croatian culture is a fusion of those from different ethnicities and the assimilations that have taken place among various cultures. The country’s culture is deeply rooted in its long and unique history, from prehistoric times through when Romans ruled the roost up to the modern-day independent Croatia that resonates resilience and enduring spirit. Each era has left a significant contribution to Croatia’s traditions, language, arts, architecture, and religion - shaping it into the rich and diverse society that it is today. Here are some of our favourite cultural and historic sites, should you want to discover anecdotes about Croatia's interesting past.
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Pula Arena is an emblematic Roman Amphitheatre constructed under Emperor Vespasian’s reign, who was also responsible for the construction of the Colosseum in Rome.
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The Cathedral of St. James in Šibenik, a UNESCO-listed site, is one of the country’s greatest architectural feats that uses Renaissance style with Gothic features.
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The Walls of Dubrovnik, a spectacular ring of defensive walls and forts encompassing the historic city centre that’s affectionately dubbed as the Pearl of the Adriatic.
