Learn ten amazing things about Croatia, and other general facts about the country with diverse mainland, extensive archipelago, and crystal clear, blue seas. 1. The necktie originated in Croatia, in the 17th century. During the 30 year war in France, King Louis XIII hired Croatian mercenaries who wore a piece of cloth around their neck - which was later named by King Louis as "la cravate" - as part of their uniform. King Louis made neckties mandatory for Royal gatherings in honor of the Croatian mercenaries and because he was so fond of the look. 4. According to the Guinness World Records, the largest necktie in the world was made and displayed in Croatia. It measured 808 m, and was made by members of the Academia Cravatica organization in five days. It was tied around the arena in Pula, Croatia on October 18, 2003. 5. The most popular male name in Croatia is Luka, and Ana, the most popular female name. Luka Modric 6. The Guinness World Records re
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