Are you a fan of Game of Thrones? Did you know that much of it was filmed in one European country?

This country is Croatia.

Located on the east coast of the Adriatic Sea, Croatia is an Eastern European country that has been exploding in popularity in recent decades. Formerly part of Yugoslavia, Croatia has quickly become one of the most up and coming destinations to visit in all of Europe. This country is famous for its coastal cities, including Dubrovnik and Split, where Game of Thrones was famously filmed.

Many people visit Croatia for the first time as a stop on a cruise, fall in love, and then visit again later on a trip specifically to famous destinations like Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Rab, Split, and Zadar. Offering visitors all the beauty of western Europe for a fraction of the price, Croatia’s popularity is bound to keep increasing as more travelers discover its beauty and draw.