Krk travel & tourism guideWe would not call Krk island the most beautiful or the greenest, but there are numerous tourist facilities which make it very popular. The main resorts are Baska, Malinska, Omisalj, Vrbnik, Punat and Krk Town wich is famous for St. Mary's Cathedral, the seat of the bishopric.    It is an island rich in cultural and historical heritage to be experienced. Narrow, winding streets prevail within the old core of almost every place on the island, with parish churches, each unique and distinctive. If you like to meet with the former way of life of the islanders, be sure to visit the county museum ethnographic and religious items, many galleries and library Vitezić in Vrbnik. Islet Košljun is a unique cultural place that would certainly be visited during his stay on the island. Especially attractive is a Biserujka cave, rich in stalactites and stalagmites. Here you can see, among other things, you come early in the morning and regret the day, a small group of bats. For lovers of the sea and underwater aquarium in Baska, is an ideal choice. The twenty-tank with a total of 20 cubic meters of seawater is about 100 species of Adriatic fish and snails. Baska Aquarium offers a unique experience of sea life. Would you like a lot of fun to spend the day, be sure to visit the ski lift is located in Punat Bay. One of the most modern lifts throughout Europe,. With the thrilling experience of water skiing and wakeboarding on 400 m2 facility, you can enjoy a lot of entertaining content. On the island is a great hotel pond, and accommodation can be found in numerous private homes, villas, apartments, rooms, also with some of the camps on the island. Activities During the day you won't find yourself being bored. Beside you can enjoy in the sun and clean sea you can also do some activities such as tennis, mini golf, bochanje (a bowling-like- ball throwing, an old Dalmatian game), and water sports: sailing, diving/snorkelling, or water-skiing. More daring guests can choose from sightseeing of the island from either boat or plane, and in the evening they can take delight in the quiet sundown or go for a walk by the sea. On the island offered plenty of fun in night clubs and many cultural events, concerts, folklore performances, art exhibitions, theatrical performances, public events and fairs with a tasting of wines and local dishes, and you can buy souvenirs and items produced in the traditional way . Gastronomy Various fish, crabs, mussels and Cephalopodae are fruits of the sea on the island of Krk, whereas cheese, lamb and wine are the essentials of prosperity.The aromatic flavours of rosemary, bay, sage, anise, wormwood , lavender, and other Mediterranean herbs are carefully added to food and beverages making them quite unique. How to get The Island of Krk can be reached: by personal vehicle by passing trough the bridge that connects the island with the mainland; by bus from any part of Europe since the bus connection from bigger towns are very good; by plane because there is an airport on the island; by boat that can be your personal. return from Krk to Croatia Islands return from Krk to Exploring Croatia travel & tourism guide New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
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