Croatia
Croatia is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe. Its capital is Zagreb, with a population of approximately 4.0M and a total area of 56,594 km². The official language is Croatian and the currency is the Euro (€).
📊 Quick Facts about Croatia
Croatia covers an area of 56,594 km² with a population density of 71/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $68.8B ($17,200 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It has a coastline of 5,835 km.
Croatia invented the necktie, Croatian soldiers wore distinctive scarves in the 17th century, which French troops adopted and named 'cravat' after 'Croat'.
✈️ Travel Information for Croatia
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🏛 Must-See Places in Croatia
UNESCO 'Pearl of the Adriatic', a walled medieval city perched on a sea cliff
UNESCO cascading turquoise lakes and waterfalls in a forest of extraordinary beauty
A UNESCO 4th-century Roman emperor's palace where 3,000 people still live today
A lavender-scented Adriatic island with a 13th-century walled town and clear waters
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What is the capital of Croatia?
The capital of Croatia is Zagreb.
What continent is Croatia in?
Croatia is located in Europe, in the Southeast Europe region.
What currency does Croatia use?
Croatia uses the Euro (€). The international calling code is +385.
What is the GDP of Croatia?
Croatia has a GDP of $68.8B, with a GDP per capita of $17,200.
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