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Our final destination is the Blue Lagoon, the most famous bay in the area. Here, you will have time to swim and snorkel in the clean and clear sea. The Blue Lagoon is well-known for its all-natural surroundings and peaceful atmosphere.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Krknjasi Bay, a site more popularly and perhaps more evocatively known to the international traveler as the Blue Lagoon. As we hover here at the entrance of this natural maritime sanctuary, located on the eastern…
Listen in the app2The Science of Submerged Light
As we move further into the heart of the bay, let us examine the phenomenon of the 'Blue' in Blue Lagoon. From an analytical perspective, the color of the water here is a masterclass in Rayleigh scattering. …
Listen in the app3The Vessel as a Portal: Glass Floors and Hidden Statues
While many visitors enjoy the lagoon from the surface, modern excursion boats have introduced new ways to interact with this aquatic environment. Some larger vessels, particularly those catering to family tours, feature…
Listen in the app4The Physics of the Plunge: Jumping into the Deep
For many, the defining moment of a visit to the Blue Lagoon is the transition from boat to sea. Unlike many Croatian beaches which offer a gradual, pebbled entry, the lagoon is often experienced via the 'anchored plunge.' Because…
Listen in the app5Benthic Explorations: Snorkeling and Submerged Wonders
To truly understand Krknjasi, one must don a mask and snorkel. Submerging your face into the water is like entering a high-definition documentary. …
Listen in the app6The Shoreline Paradox: Pebbles and Pine Shade
While the water is the primary draw, the shoreline of Drvenik Veli offers its own set of challenges and charms. If you choose to swim to the shore, you will find that 'beach' is a generous term for what is essentially a rugged,…
Listen in the app7A Comparison of Craters: From Blue Lagoon to Blue Cave
To provide a broader context for your Dalmatian journey, we must compare the Blue Lagoon with its more famous cousin, the Blue Cave on the island of Bisevo. While both are celebrated for their sapphire-like water, they represent…
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As our time in Krknjasi Bay draws to a close, and the boat begins its slow journey back toward the medieval spires of Trogir or the Roman walls of Split, take a final look at the receding turquoise waters. The Blue Lagoon is more…
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What is Blue Lagoon/ Krknjasi Bay?
Blue Lagoon/ Krknjasi Bay is a place in Croatia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Croatia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.4395, 16.1741 |
| Last updated |