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Republic of Croatia
πΊοΈ Zagreb, Croatia
Capital city
π 45.8150Β°, 15.9819Β°View larger map β
π Essential Info
CapitalZagreb
TimezoneUTC+1 (6 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Population4.1M
Governmentparliamentary republic
π Practical Info
Driving SideRight
Electrical PlugsVaries
Internet Code.hr
Internet Users83%
GDP per Capita$42,600
π Geography
LocationSoutheastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea, between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Slovenia
Size Comparisonslightly smaller than West Virginia
ClimateMediterranean and continental; continental climate predominant with hot summers and cold winters; mild winters, dry summers along coast
Terraingeographically diverse; flat plains along Hungarian border, low mountains and highlands near Adriatic coastline and islands
π₯ People & Culture
Ethnic GroupsCroat 91.6%, Serb 3.2%, other 3.9% (including Bosniak, Romani, Albanian, Italian, and Hungarian), unspecified 1.3% (2021 est.)
ReligionsRoman Catholic 79%, Orthodox 3.3%, Protestant 0.3%, other Christian 4.8%, Muslim 1.3%, other 1.1%, agnostic 1.7%, none or atheist 4.7%, unspecified 3....
Median Age44.9 years
Life Expectancy77.7 years
National HolidayStatehood Day (National Day), 30 May (1990)
π Cultural Tips
Greetings
Handshakes are standard. Close friends kiss on both cheeks. Croatians are warm and hospitable. Use formal address until invited otherwise.
Dining
Meals are leisurely affairs. Try local specialties like Δevapi and peka. Rakija (fruit brandy) is often offered as a welcome drink. Tipping 10% is customary.
Key Phrases
Hello: Bok / Dobar danThank you: HvalaPlease: MolimYes / No: Da / NeCheers!: Ε½ivjeli!
Destinations in Croatia
Data sourced from the CIA World Factbook