A journey through articles to explore Croatia in depth

A fort of italianesque shape built during the Habsburg era, Tvrđa contains the ancient centre of the city of Osijek. Surprisingly well preserved, the site constitutes a Baroque architectural ensemble of particularly significant importance. It was constructed to defend the region from the threat of Ottoman attack at the beginning of the 18th century.

Dalmatia extends from Split to Dubrovnik and is bordered by the Adriatic Coast. Off the coast, there are hundreds of islands offering peace, walking and intense festivals. It's up to you to decide which is the most suited to you.

Though the island of Lošinj is quite densely populated and receives a lot of tourists – who come to enjoy its natural landscape and its villages – it does also have some magnificent and little-visited bays and coves in its south, which I strongly recommend exploring!

Renovated in a romantic style at the beginning of the 19th century, Trsat castle at Rijeka, still has the outwardly austere and simple appearance of its original 13th construction, which can deceive visitors. But its situation, on top of a promontory and the view it has over Kvarner Bay, give it a very special place among the architectural riches of Croatia.

Croatia has become a popular holiday destination, especially with clubbers worldwide, since the beginning of the 21st century. But far from wild, Mediterranean evenings, south of Dalamatia, following the land along the length of the Adriatic Sea, hides the island of Lastovo. Without taking up too much of your time, we present it to you, responsible travellers, who will be sympathetic to it...