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The Magic of Vela Gospa: A Guide to Croatia’s Pilgrimage Traditions, Celebrations, and Language

The Magic of Vela Gospa: A Guide to Croatia’s Pilgrimage Traditions, Celebrations, and Language

The Magic of Vela Gospa: A Guide to Croatia’s Pilgrimage Traditions, Celebrations, and LanguageTihana Klepač
Published on: 14/08/2025

Discover the traditions of Vela Gospa, Croatia’s Feast of the Assumption. From Sinj to Trsat and Marija Bistrica, explore pilgrimages, customs, and language — plus get a free Croatian pronunciation stress masterclass.

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Why Your Croatian Still “Sounds Off”—Even When You Know the Words

Why Your Croatian Still “Sounds Off”—Even When You Know the Words

Why Your Croatian Still “Sounds Off”—Even When You Know the WordsTihana Klepač
Published on: 04/07/2025

Ever feel like your Croatian sounds “off,” even when you know the words? You’re not alone. Learn how mastering stress (naglasak) can transform your pronunciation—and download a free guide to start sounding more natural today.

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Running Together for a Better Croatia: My Night at the dm Ženska utrka

Running Together for a Better Croatia: My Night at the dm Ženska utrka

Running Together for a Better Croatia: My Night at the dm Ženska utrkaTihana Klepač
Published on: 08/06/2025

I ran the dm Ženska utrka in Zagreb with two amazing women—one step closer to my 50th birthday gift: the Zagreb Marathon. But this run was more than training. It was about sisterhood, modern Croatia, and teaching the language of a country in motion.

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Sretan Dan državnosti: A Night at the Opera, A Nation Remembered

Sretan Dan državnosti: A Night at the Opera, A Nation Remembered

Sretan Dan državnosti: A Night at the Opera, A Nation RememberedTihana Klepač
Published on: 30/05/2025

New Explore Croatia’s Statehood Day through opera, history, and language. Learn Croatian with culture via Zajc’s epic “Nikola Šubić Zrinjski” and heritage-based language teaching.

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