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August 7th 2014
Published: November 30th 2014
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What did I know about Croatia, the country, the landscape, the people before we went there? - Not much, probably a very little bit about history but still not much. Probably a bit about the landscape: A friend showed his photos to us, he has traveled to Croatia several times. And the people? Time to explore some more, even if time is limited. It was quite interesting to meet three types of people,... Read Full Entry



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Krka Nationalpark from aboveKrka Nationalpark from above
Krka Nationalpark from above

If you look closely, you can see the waterfalls in the lower right corner.
Swimming next to the waterfallsSwimming next to the waterfalls
Swimming next to the waterfalls

In the morning it is relatively empty, but around lunch time and in the afternoon it is very crowded during peak season.
The waterfallsThe waterfalls
The waterfalls

I played around with my new camera :)
Smaller waterfallsSmaller waterfalls
Smaller waterfalls

I had no tripod but still wanted to test the longer exposure times (which make the water look "softer").
Turbine of the old Jaruga Hydroelectric Power PlantTurbine of the old Jaruga Hydroelectric Power Plant
Turbine of the old Jaruga Hydroelectric Power Plant

It was the second (first in Europe) commercial hydroelectric power plant in the world (set in operation: 1895).
A very interesting washing machineA very interesting washing machine
A very interesting washing machine

Water flows into the basin, swirls the clothings, and flows out. A very effective invention!
Street market in TrogirStreet market in Trogir
Street market in Trogir

They sold useful things, just as olive oil, honey and fruits. But also the usual souvenirs.
Too many cars in the small town TrogirToo many cars in the small town Trogir
Too many cars in the small town Trogir

The traffic had to be regulated.
An old fashioned busAn old fashioned bus
An old fashioned bus

It reminded me a bit of the busses in the former GDR. It was an especially old example, usually the buses are quite modern =)



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