Croatia

General Information

General Information for travelers going to Croatia Population: 4.5 million Area: 56,540 square km, 56,540 square miles. Language(s): Croatian Capital City: Zagreb Major Cities: Dubrovnik, Rijeka, Split. Local Time: From 28 Mar 04 to 31 Oct 04 GMT +2, From 31 Oct 04 to 27 Mar 05 GMT +1 Currency: Kuna (HRK 1 = 100 Lipas) Notes: HRK: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1,000 Coins: HRK: 1, 2, 5. Lipas: 1, 2, 4, 10, 20, 50 Dialling...

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Passport, Visa, Embassy

Passport & Visa Info The following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate. Passports Required, but NOT by the following: 1) Holders of valid travel documents, Identity Card or other...

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Health risks

Croatia is a moderately developed nation in transition to a market economy. Facilities for tourism are available throughout the country, and the Adriatic coast is an increasingly popular tourist destination. Crime: Croatia has a relatively low crime rate, and violent crime is rare. Medical Facilities: Health facilities in Croatia, although generally of Western caliber, are...

Weather

Climate: Mediterranean climate along the coast line with mild winters and hot sunny summers. The fine weather during summer is sometimes interrupted by occasional thunderstorms which increase in frequency from south to north. Autumn and winter rainfall can be quite heavy. Continental climate inland with the more mountainous regions having a cooler climate. Clothing:...