Preface: With France returning to the top of football after 2 years, the 218 World Cup, which excited countless people all night, has also come to an end. On the night of the final, although the runner-up Croatia was defeated, it won the respect of the whole world and became the biggest dark horse of this World Cup.
let's learn about their cultural landscape in non-football time
Croatia * * * and the national flag
? Brief introduction and geographical location of Croatia
Republic of Croatia (Croatian: Republic of Croatia, English: Croatia) is located in the southeast of Europe, at the junction of the Mediterranean Sea and pannonian plain in the Balkans, with Zagreb as its capital.
from the end of the 8th century to the beginning of the 9th century, Croats established an early feudal state, and in the 1th century, they established a strong Croatian state. In December 1918, Croatia and other Yugoslavs jointly established the Kingdom of Serbia-Croatia-Slovenia (renamed the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in 1929), and in 1945, it became a United Republic of Yugoslavia. In June 1991, it declared its independence from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, joined NATO in 29 and joined the European Union on July 1, 213.
Croatia is a developed capitalist country. The economy is dominated by the tertiary industry, with the secondary industry as a subsidiary. Tourism is an important part of the national economy. Croatia has a good economic foundation and a high level of development in tourism, construction, shipbuilding and pharmaceuticals. Football and tennis are tied as the first sports in Croatia.
From the map, we can see that Croatia borders Slovenia and Hungary in the north and Italy in the west. Croatia is the most developed country in the Balkan Peninsula except Greece, and nearly 9% of the population is Croatian. Because Croatia was planned as a tourist center during the period of Yugoslavia, even after the war, Croatia's tourism industry is still the pillar industry of the whole country. The unique advantages brought by the long and narrow coastline attract a large number of tourists to spend their holidays and leisure every year. Therefore, the price level of Dubrovnik is not inferior to that of tourist cities in developed countries, while in other parts of Croatia, the price level has been significantly reduced by more than half, the number of tourists is much less, and the infrastructure construction is much worse.
The most beautiful season in Croatia
The coastal climate in Croatia is Mediterranean, and the inland climate is gradually transitioning to temperate continental climate, so from April to September in a year, it is especially suitable for travel; Since April, the weather has gradually warmed up, and some interesting cultural programs have begun to appear in all parts of Croatia, such as Biennial Contemporary Music Festival and QueerZagrebFM Festival. At this time, hotels are also cheaper than the peak season; May-June is very suitable for outdoor sports, and there will be more tourists from Europe. This period of time is also the season for local students to have a spring outing. July-August is the tourist season, with the increase of tourists and the increase of transportation and housing costs, but there are also additional shipping and organized adventure routes to the island; September is the best time to travel, the weather is lukewarm, there are fewer tourists, and the house price has dropped, which is also a very suitable time.
The most must-see attraction in Croatia
1. A city that makes you want to stay: Dubrovnik is a port city at the southern tip of Croatia and is known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic Sea". The sunshine, red roofs and blue waves in Dubrovnik all show the charm of a seaside town. Dubrovnik's closest place to the sea is the famous old city wall, which surrounds the old city and is well preserved. Walking around the circular walkway on the top of the old city wall, you can see the castles, monasteries, baroque dome churches and Orlando stone pillars as far as you can see. There is a harbor under the east wall of the old city, and a row of benches are neatly placed on its aisle, facing the ocean, under the morning light or sunset, listening to the sea breeze and waves here, letting time flow, comfortable and comfortable. With the popularity of Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik's popularity has soared as a location, and its charm has swept the world. "Visiting King's Landing" has become a new activity in Dubrovnik, and even locals love to yell "welcome to king's landing! ”。 In fact, as depicted in the play, the town itself is an epic.
2. Zagreb is the capital of Croatia, located in the northern inland. Zagreb is a city with a clear distinction between the old and the new, and its area is not large. Taking a step is enough to measure this land. The Shangcheng District in the west is an imprint of history, slightly higher than the surrounding area. Climbing along the steps of the city wall, the context of the city is gradually clear in front of you. Medieval towers, palaces in the 19th century, open-air markets and ancient St. Paul's churches are intertwined, and the Gothic Zagreb Cathedral stands out among a red top and white wall. In Zagreb, there is also a "Lost Love Museum", which is different from other museums that pay attention to culture, history, art or commemorative events. This museum is unique because it pays attention to individual feelings. The museum collects souvenirs left here by people from all over the world because of lovelorn love. It seems unremarkable, but there is a heartbreaking story behind each one. It will bring you a travel mood that is hard to find elsewhere, and perhaps leave an exclusive memory for you.
3. Trogir is an ancient Croatian city and a port of Adriatic Sea. The ancient city of Rogier is located in the Croatian mainland and? On an island between iovo islands. Located 27 kilometers west of Split. In 1997, Rogier Historical Center was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
4. Rovinj is a city located in northern Croatia and along the Adriatic Sea. Rovini is located on the western coast of the Estella Peninsula. Rovini once belonged to the Byzantine Empire. Before World War I, Rovini belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After World War I, it became Italy. After World War II, the city was transferred to Yugoslavia. During this period, many Italians left the city. Rovini belongs to the Mediterranean region and is also a famous tourist city.
5. Chval (Hvar) is a town located on the south bank of Heval Island in southern Croatia, with Venetian bell tower and window decorations. In medieval Chval, built in the 13th century, there are ancient Gothic palaces and marble-paved pedestrian streets. A long promontory is dotted with many small and stony beaches, and there are some bars and cafes with great flavor along the harbor, which is an ideal place for people to relax and watch. Heval Island is increasingly becoming a tourist resort for fashionable people all over the world. As one of the most sunny and lush islands in Croatia, Heval Island really deserves its reputation. The island enjoys 2724 hours of sunshine all year round. Lavender-covered fields, quiet and peaceful villages and sloping fields shaded by pine trees outline a beautiful panoramic picture for tourists.
6. Sibenik is a historic city in southeastern Croatia. Located in the middle of Dalmatia, on the Adriatic coast, about 4 kilometers southeast of Split Port. Xi Benic is the capital of Xi Benic-Kening County. It is also one of the most famous tourist attractions in Southeast Europe.
7. Split is the second largest city in Croatia, located on the Adriatic Sea. This is a noisy and vibrant ancient city, with clean streets, thousands of years of ancient buildings and beautiful beaches suitable for holidays. The ancient Diocletian Palace is the heart of the city, and the life of the local people depends on it. When you are here, you will see many modern bars, shops and restaurants located in the ancient city walls with unique cultural atmosphere. The palace is no longer a distant object, but a part of the city. Imagine what a wonderful experience it is to walk through and live in the ancient Miyagi for thousands of years. When you take a ferry to enjoy Split from afar, it is another scene: the majestic coastal mountains are like the eternal scenery behind the blue-green Adriatic Sea; Rows of red houses, whether it is clear in Wan Li or dusk, are particularly bright; The parties, nightclubs and restaurants on the east side of the bay, and the foothills at the west end are lush with trees, sometimes mixed with primitive beaches. No matter the city life or the natural scenery, Split will not let you down.
8. Zadar is located at the end of a small peninsula in southern Croatia, which is a unique point on the broken and narrow coastline of Croatia. Although it is the fifth largest city in Croatia, zadar is more like a lazy and comfortable town. The old city retains medieval monasteries and churches. Climbing to the top of the church can give you a bird's eye view of the whole town. Walking on the path between the sea and the old city, the sunlight scatters mottled light and shadow through the shade of the seaside, and street painters often haunt the roadside, waiting for you to stop in a hurry and chat with him at any time. In zadar in summer, the sunshine is still very strong until 6 o'clock in the afternoon. Lovers sitting on the coast are waiting for the sunset. At the end of the road is the famous sea breeze piano, and under the white stone steps is the carefully designed organ pipeline. People from all over the world sit quietly together and listen to the sea to play, wait for the sunset, wait for the tide, wait for a big wave to come, and the sea breeze piano will whine and ring a low tone. The lovers bow their heads to exchange a kiss, and the huge sunset will slowly dive into the sea. If you stay in zadar long enough, you may wish to take a boat to Ugljan and Otok nearby, cliff diving, diving, parachuting and driving in the wild. As long as you are brave enough, this is a place for you to "go to heaven and go to earth".
In addition to the human landscape, we are also attracted by the local natural landscape Plitvece Lake Group National Park, which is located in the western mountain valley of Croatia. Plitvece Lake Area is the most beautiful and famous national park in Croatia. It was listed in the World Natural Heritage List in 1979. It is close to the main road connecting Zagreb and Dalmatia and consists of sixteen lakes connected by countless waterfalls. The park covers a total area of 19,462 hectares, of which the forest area accounts for more than 7%. There are 16 connected mountain lakes with a total length of 1 kilometers. The elevation difference from the first lake to the sixteenth lake is 133 meters, and there is a winding wooden bridge between the lakes, which is convenient for viewing and provides a shortcut for sightseeing. Sixteen lakes are located in karst landform area, and the water contains a lot of minerals and chemical elements, which makes the lake show a special color. Especially, on the trees in the water, calcium forms a layer of bronze substance, which makes the bark more bright and lovely, and immortal, forming a rare underwater Yushu spectacle. Therefore, people often compare Sixteen Lakes with Jiuzhaigou because they are both lakes surrounded by barium travertine, and they have the same gorgeous colors. Who is better in the scenery of Sixteen Lakes and Jiuzhaigou? Maybe each has his own love. But there are no roads and motor vehicles, no exaggerated commissary and no locals selling souvenirs everywhere. The scenery here may be purer.
Mlet Island is one of the southernmost islands in Croatia, and the national park named after this island will make people glad you came. The endless green shade is dotted with sparkling salt lakes, dense pine forests and lakes under the trees make it a paradise for lovers. Here, you can follow the trail of countless predecessors on foot or by bike, or wander the lake in a canoe, or explore the strange Odysseus Cave, or dive by the sea, which are all good choices.
The Konati Islands are the collective name of the islands scattered along the Adriatic Sea. The best diving place here is Konati National Park, with 14 rocky islands, uninhabited land, colorful reefs and colorful tropical fish, which make you intoxicated and confused.
KrkaNational Park. krka national park is also called calka or koka national park. The national park covers an area of 142 square kilometers, which is about half of the Sixteen Lakes. A canyon with a depth of nearly 2 meters is formed between Kerchak and Croatian karst area, and the beautiful Krka River flows through it, and the calcified dam steps formed by cutting layers of limestone fall down layer by layer, becoming a beautiful and spectacular waterfall. Its geological structure, landscape view and many other characteristics are very similar to those of Sixteen Lakes, but people who have been to Kerka National Park will feel that Krka is more charming and beautiful than Sixteen Lakes. Kerka National Park is famous for its good ecological environment and biodiversity. The park is rich in animal and plant resources, with more than 22 species of animals, and is listed as one of the largest bird protection areas in Europe.
Croatian cuisine
Continental cuisine in Croatia mainly consists of meat, vegetables and freshwater fish.
stewed beef with potatoes: it's almost the national dish of Croatia. You must order it when you go to a restaurant, and every household will cook it. At first glance, it looks a little similar to China's, but it tastes far from it. It was originally a dish with secret sauce, which was slightly sweet and spicy, and no one would refuse the taste.
Some people say that the stewed beef with potatoes in Croatia is similar to the Gulashi soup in Hungary, but it is actually completely different. The taste of Chili powder in Gulashi soup can still be easily distinguished, which is far less warm than the stewed beef with potatoes in Croatia.
Turkey with roasted noodles: another special food in Croatia, which is more popular during Christmas in winter. The highlight is that the turkey is fed by barley, chestnuts, walnuts, etc., cleaned up and filled with corn bread, onions, apples, celery, garlic, chicken liver and other fillings before cooking. The rest of the turkey soup is very useful. Immerse the Mlinci roasted noodles and mix them with the turkey, which is really mouth-watering!
Croatia owns most of the ancient cities on the right bank of Adriatic Sea. The long coast and numerous islands provide excellent conditions for enriching food. Slow down and savor the fun brought by subtle differences.
grilled fish: the freshest delicacy on the right bank of Adriatic Sea is fish. In fact, there are more than 4 kinds of edible marine life in this area! The general practice is to wash, cut, soak the fish in juice, string them with a fork, and bake them on the grill for several hours. When the fish is golden, it can be eaten, and the juice is overflowing.
Croats believe that grilled fish must be accompanied by wine, which stems from its long wine-making history, and the white wine produced in Slavonia has the best quality.
seafood cuttlefish rice: stir-fry the seafood soaked in red wine with cuttlefish juice and rice, then put it in a baking tray for a short time, and then pour lemon juice. The cuttlefish rice looks dark, but it doesn't affect people's love for it at all. Many foreign tourists come here to taste it, and it is even more interesting to spend three days in the dark.
The sea is salty, so don't ignore the sweet taste when you come to Croatia.
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