What is taboo in Croatia?

Don't sit on concrete, cover your kidneys, eat with a spoon, use lard and liquor if you're sick, blame the wind if you're grumpy, and buy olive oil in recycled Coke bottles, are just a few. Read on to discover more rules, habits and superstitions Croatians take very seriously.



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It is considered rude to place one's hands below the table. Rather, Croatians tend to keep their hands above the table. In Croatia, lunch is considered to be the main meal of the day and may consist of multiple courses. It is very common for a glass of wine to accompany the meal and it is common for people to toast.

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The extraordinary values of height in Croatia and BiH can most likely be explained by unique genetic predispositions that are shared by the local populations of the Dinaric Alps.

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Split is one of the most luxurious cities to live in Croatia, which attracts millions of world travelers every year.

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But is Croatia safe for travelers? Fortunately, according to the US State Department, street crimes such as pickpocketing are rare in Croatia, and Croatia has a level 1 travel advisory level which is the safest level for travel. Croatia is also ranked the 15th safest country in the global peace index for 2022.

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Croatia's economy continues to grapple with an ongoing energy crisis and inflation, reaching a peak of 13.5% in November 2022, inevitably leading to a general rise in prices. The additional currency transition to the Euro on January 1, 2023, happened at an unfavourable time.

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Some interesting facts about Croatia
  • English poet Lord Byron was the first that described Dubrovnik as the “pearl of the Adriatic.” ...
  • Croatia has 1246 islands, isles and imlets for you to sail through. ...
  • Games of Thrones Kings Landing is in fact Croatian town Dubrovnik. ...
  • Croatia invented the necktie.


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Tourists have been overcharged at bars and clubs ('gentlemen's clubs'), sometimes by thousands of Euros, and threatened with violence if they will not pay. Pickpockets operate in tourist areas. Avoid carrying large sums of cash, do not leave valuables unattended and use hotel safes if possible.

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Tipping is a part of Croatian culture. When going out and about, or using the services of any local staff, tips are neither compulsory nor expected – but are very much appreciated! Croatia is yet to join the Euro, and continues to use its own Croatian currency the Kuna.

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What to do at Eye of the Earth. Aside from simply admiring its beauty, most visitors to Eye of the Earth come to swim in the crystal-clear waters.

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Best Croatian Food and Dishes You Need to Try
  • Black Risotto. While black risotto can be enjoyed throughout Croatia, particularly in the coastal regions, the dish is best sampled in the small town of Ston on the Peljesac Peninsula. ...
  • Brodetto. ...
  • Buzara. ...
  • Grilled Fish. ...
  • Peka. ...
  • Bean Soup. ...
  • Octopus Salad. ...
  • Pršut.


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What NOT to do in Croatia
  • Attempt to set up your rental car's GPS by yourself. ...
  • Fall asleep on the drive between Split and Dubrovnik. ...
  • Forget your passport for the drive between Split and Dubrovnik. ...
  • Be determined to stay in Dubrovnik's city center. ...
  • Find yourself without the right beach gear. ...
  • Skip Sveti Jakov beach.


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Croatia. On average, Croatians have a height of 173.2 cm (5 feet 8.18 inches).

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