It is always especially ceremonial on the feast day of the Assumption of the Madonna in Sinj, one of the biggest Croatian Marian sanctuaries. The residents of Sinj and numerous pilgrims who celebrate Our Lady of Sinj have been faithful to their protectress and saviour for centuries....
The residents of Sinj, as well as their dear guests and travellers will have an opportunity to enjoy in the exceptionally rich programme with a long tradition called the Days of the Alka and the Assumption 2018. The town of Sinj, the Alka Knights Society, the Monastery of Our Lady of Sinj...
The Alka knights will prepare for the most important event – the 303rd Sinjska Alka – from July 16 to August 2. From Monday to Friday you have an opportunity to be a part of the unique preparations. You can watch carefully how the Alka knights whet their hawk eye and strong...
This year, on June 16, same location, eight annual Gljevstok! This “Dalmatian Woodstock”, as many call it, does not just share a paraphrased name with its famous predecessor: a return to nature on the wings of music is just what we need in times of hurry, everyday stress and the concrete...
The town of Sinj and the Cetinska krajina region are those rare regions which offer such a variety in sports and recreational activities. Mild climate and an excellent geographical position in the karst relief have made possible that almost every open-air activity has...
The eight annual Cetina Adventure Race does not need a special introduction for true adventurists. Year after year it becomes more attractive to adrenaline junkies, as well as those who enjoy breath-taking natural beauty. The Race tests one’s physical and mental abilities and teamwork...
Apart from the Cetina Adventure Race popular among the physically ready adrenaline junkies, the “Cetina Adventure” adventure sports club also organizes the City Challenge Cetina Adventure, open for participation for all, regardless of age and fitness condition. The challenge...
May 12 2018 marks an important day for sports in Sinj. Sinj and the Cetinska krajina region will be hosting the competitors of the Dalmatian Trail league for the first time. The Cetina Adventure Club for adventurist sports, sponsored by the Town of Sinj, Sinj Tourist Board and the...
Sinj hosted the 6th International Congress of Traditional Music of Southeastern Europe and the Mediterranean from April 15 to April 20. The themes of the Congress were traditional music, migration and carnival. The rich program was prepared by the Institute of Ethnology and Folklore...
23 March – 24 March 2018 at the Alkar hotel. Opening ceremony of the Fair 23 March 2018 at 11:30 AM. Sinj Business Center in cooperation with the town of Sinj and the Split-Dalmatia County is organizing the National Prosciutto Fair with international participation, a manifestation...
While the carnival reigns in whole of Croatia, at Saturday, February 10, organized by the town of Sinj and Sinj Tourist Board, the town held its 4th annual mačkare carnival of the Cetina region, where seven mačkara groups got a chance to introduce themselves. The yearly carnival...
Sustainable tourism – a type of tourism which completely takes into consideration the current and potential future economic, social and environmental impacts, takes care of the needs of the visitors, the sector, the environment and the destination. In a time when we see how unplanned...
After applying and entering the top five in the most popular rural tourism destination, a presentation of the “Dalmatian Hinterland” destination ensued. The destination is made up of the following towns: Sinj, Imotski, Trilj, Vrlika, Vrgorac and the Dugopolje municipality....
Catholic Marian churches have always had a special place in the hearts of the believers. They worshipped the Holy Virgin Mary and in times of trouble prayed to her for help. They relied on her heavenly intercession deeming her the Queen of the Croats. She has also been called...
With the end of the year slowly approaching we are keen on a nostalgic look back on the past 2017 which will remain written down in gold lettering in the rich archive of Croatian history. It was a year of two Alka games, the first one in May in Vukovar, and then the regular 302nd Alka...
The events that preceded the miraculous victory over the Ottomans, the victory which would forever leave a mark on Croatian history and result in the founding of the chivalry Alka game, will be staged at two main Sinj squares – act one on the King Tomislav Square (Pijaca) and act two on...
It is difficult to depict or express in words the celebration of Our Lady of Sinj. Tens of thousands of worshippers rush carrying their hearts to her, the blessed among the women. Her tender look understands the prayers and hopes left unsaid, her motherly embrace comforts the saddest souls...
After celebrating last year's 300th anniversary of the chivalric Alka tournament and the famous victory against the Turks, Sinj, once again, eagerly awaits its guests. Concentrated on the future, urban and economic development, with a firm ground in invaluable heritage...
Dalmatian coast… Who can resist the divine appeal of its crystalline Adriatic, its succulent seafood and the intoxicating song of tireless crickets? Most foreign tourists can’t. Most Croatians can’t. I know I couldn’t. At least not until I discovered Sinj – a jewel town in the very heart...
Sinj Tourist Board continues organizing the already traditional Music Nights. As part of this year’s manifestation, supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Croatia, the Town of Sinj, and the Split-Dalmatia County Tourist Board, a unique ensemble from Samobor called...
Cornerstones of Croatian history and identity will once again be united on May 6 in the heroic town of Vukovar. The twin towns, symbols of resistance, together revive history by looking to the future. The 300-year-old torchbearer of Croatian endurance leaves its home...
After the past two extremely successful carnivals featuring the traditional masks and characters of the Cetina region, we eagerly expect the same this year. This year’s carnival, organized by the Town of Sinj and the Sinj Tourist Board, will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017...
Our town has also joined the glorious and fun trend of expectant waiting for the holidays and New Year in a cheerful spirit of peace and togetherness. We have shown that besides the hustle and bustle of hot July and August days, we also hit the mark in the winter wonderland...
After last year’s celebration of the 300th anniversary of our tradition and chivalry, the Alka of Sinj, this year the town of Sinj and Cetinska krajina region welcome another anniversary: the 300th years of the Crowning of the Image of the Miraculous Madonna of Sinj...
