Croatian Culture and History

Oliver Dragojević – Our Captain, The Old Seawolf

By Lastavica Cruising / June 12, 2020 / Comments Off on Oliver Dragojević – Our Captain, The Old Seawolf

A Lastavica profile of Croatian singer Oliver Dragojević, covering his early life in Vela Luka, musical career, family life and enduring connection with Dalmatia.

Diocletian’s Palace part 1

By Lastavica Cruising / June 5, 2020 / Comments Off on Diocletian’s Palace part 1

A Lastavica article about Diocletian’s Palace in Split, including its four gates, historic layout and St. Duje’s Cathedral.

The Songs of Dalmatia – Klapa

By Lastavica Cruising / May 29, 2020 / Comments Off on The Songs of Dalmatia – Klapa

A Lastavica article about traditional Dalmatian klapa singing, its origins, themes, performance style and cultural importance.