The history of Croatia – or the general area of where the country is – can be traced back to prehistoric times although not much evidence of early settlements still remain. Today, Croatia, once part of Yugoslavia, has undergone many transitions. It is a beautiful place to visit and is popular because of its rugged coastline and fascinating historical buildings. It shares land borders with Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Montenegro and Bosnia & Herzegovina making it an ideal partner for a two-country itinerary.