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Discovering Duare Fortress: The Historical Gateway of Zadvarje

Duare Fortress, also known as Zadvarska Tvrđava, is a significant fortification located in Croatia. Its rich history and strategic importance offer a fascinating glimpse...

Lovrijenac Fortress: The Gibraltar of Dubrovnik

Visiting Dubrovnik was a sort of a dream for me! I spent four hours walking around the old town, also visiting Srđ and the...

Explore Mirabela Fortress: The Iconic Medieval Stronghold Above Omiš

If you explore the Croatia Captured website a bit more, you’ll notice I have a thing for old fortresses, castles, and similar sites. Mirabela...

Exploring Topana Fortress and Blue Lake: Imotski’s Historic and Natural Marvels

Perched high above the town of Imotski, the ancient Topana Fortress stands as a silent witness to centuries of history. This formidable structure, first...

Explore Trogir: A Timeless Medieval Gem on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast

Even though I was near Trogir during my May road trip, unfortunately, I didn't have time to visit it. I was close by when...

Discover Dubrovnik’s Old Town: The Pearl of the Adriatic

So, that happened. After a big five-day road trip around the central part of Dalmatia I took in May, I spent another five days...

Discovering Fortica: The Historic Heart of Novigrad in Zadar County

Visiting the Fortica fortress in Novigrad for the first time was an incredible experience. The sheer size of the location took me by surprise,...

Exploring the Old Town of Pag: A Journey Through Time

Exploring the Old Town Pag was a first for me, despite my love for old towns and castles, which are often left in ruins....

Discover Fortica: Pag’s Historic Sentinel of the Adriatic

Visiting the Fortica fortress on the Island of Pag was a thrilling first-time experience. Location of the fortress is simply amazing, offering spectacular views...

Exploring the Majestic St. Nicholas Fortress in Šibenik: A Hidden Gem of Croatia

As someone who has a deep appreciation for old towns, castles, and fortresses, my first visit to St. Nicholas Fortress in Šibenik was nothing...

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