Car Hire Makarska Downtown - Mini guide to Makarska Downtown

Makarska is a small Croatian town located on the Adriatic Sea. It is 60 kilometers southeast of Split and 140 kilometers northwest of Dubrovnik. A center of tourism, Makarska is situated on a horseshoe shaped bay, sandwiched between the Biokova Mountain and the Adriatic Sea. A prominent feature of Makarska is a promenade featuring trendy cafes and bars. This promenade is lined with palm trees and overlooks the harbor.

Downtown Makarska is very old. Narrow stone streets lead visitors to a main church square and a flower and fruit market. There is also a Franciscan monastery and a large sea shell collection tourist can visit to see a giant clam shell. Downtown Makarska is also renowned for its numerous fountains. Other sites to see in Makarsha include: St. Mark’s Cathedral, a monument to Napoleon, St. Peter’s Church, the Ivanisevic Palace, and the Villa Tonolli, home to the town’s museum.

Makarska’s history dates back thousands of years. Archeological discoveries suggest that Roman settled there in the 1st or 2nd century. The Slavs made Makarska there administrative center in the 7th century. The principality was annexed in the 12th century by the King of Croatia. In the 13th century, it was conquered by the Republic of Venice before falling two centuries later to the Ottomans.

Hotel Biokovo is located in Makarska at Obala Kralja Tomislava bb 21300. This hotel provides views of the sea, mountain, islands and downtown. The Hotel Biokovo is located only 150 meters from the beach. The hotel has all the facilities you would expect in a quality hotel including, internet, satellite television and air conditioning.

Downtown Makarska is full of great shopping, so when your vacation takes you there make sure to get your hands on the biggest car hire available. You will need the extra space for all of the great finds you buy and the passengers, as well.

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