Šibenik

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If you will ever plan your trip to Dalmatian coast, include Šibenik for several nights. Small, charming old town, with its numerous uphills, fortresses and narrow streets... you will definitely fall in love! You know that feeling when, on your travels, you can actually feel the city vibe at certain place? Šibenik is that-kind-of-destination. Many places in old town provide very local atmosphere to feel and we are sure that exploring the town and capturing your photo moments of its authentic stone houses, beautiful panoramic views, Renaissance monuments or green and fish market will have a special place in your travelling (and Instagram!) stories.

Today, Šibenik tells its history on the most beautiful way: fortresses that played a big role in history, defending the town from outside conquerors, now represent the most attractive and world class places for unique events, festivals and concert stages, both, for local and for worldwide known artists. Following the story, with even two UNESCO listings (St. James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fortress), Šibenik has become a rare destination and the only town in Croatia, with even two monuments recognized by UNESCO World Heritage Center, to be preserved under highest standards. And cuisine! This ode to Šibenik wouldn't have been completed without mentioning of Pelegrini restaurant, multiple winner on a local stage as the best restaurant / chef and proud owner of one Michelin star. Offering the best of the best, combining traditional and modern, in its exclusive Dalmatian atmosphere and overlooking Šibenik's greatest monument, St. James Cathedral, your meal at Pelegrini's will definitely be another "wow" word pronounced during your vacation in Šibenik.

Famous people from Šibenik? There are no words to describe how proud locals are when Dražen Petrović is mentioned. Today, we are cheering for Dario Šarić whenever he plays! Šibenik raised many top Croatian sportsmen, artists, writers, singers... Have you heard about Faust Vrančić, inventor, philosopher, lexicographer and bishop from 16th century? Island of Prvić, near Šibenik, keeps his story live for years and we definitely recommend to visit its Memorial Center of Faust Vrančić during your visit. You'll be surprised about his inventions from that time and you will learn something new and definitely worth of knowing. 

But please note, not just Šibenik in its region is worth of visiting! You have definitely have heard of Krka Waterfalls, Kornati Islands, charming town of Primošten, Vodice or Islands of Zlarin, Prvić, Krapanj? Šibenik region is fantastic choice to enjoy both during your vacation week, the coast with numerous islands and the most beautiful inland area.

During your stay in this county, visit one of the family owned wineries and beautiful vineyards! Be sure to try Babić red wine, because this is its authentic region! Debit grape, for a white wine, is also very common in this county and new generation of local wine makers nowadays are setting new standards in its producition!

Besides high season period and, among many visitors, the most popular months to visit Šibenik, July & August, you can freely consider Šibenik as a destination to visit during the whole year. In June and September temperatures are bit lower than in high season, but still comfortable for swimming. October is wonderful and full of colors! If the weather is on your side, you could still have a calm morning swim, and certainly you'll have pleasant temperature for sightseeing and less crowds on roads. March and April are when local people are awakening and when the town is ready to tell its stories to new visitors! Attend traditional Easter Breakfast in the town center, or Croatian Travel Festival in May, International Children's Festival in June, or Medieval Fair in September. December? Šibenik offers charming Christmas Advent fair, based on plastic-free concept, with many local music bands and meals to warm up!