Introduction ---

East Europe has been a mysterious area to me in the world, and this summer we got the opportunity to visit three of the countries there ¾ Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro.

These countries came from the breakup of the former communist country Yugoslavia. They all have good historical heritages and scenic natural spots. In this 13-day trip, I and my wife encountered the most unforgettable long-distance touring in very hot weathers. We also visited 6 UNESCO world heritage sites.

On the other hand, we were lucky to be in a group with members who mostly are senior people, like teachers and artists, and gave us many experiences of sightseeing, art appreciation, and daily life.

(Picture at left: A relic in Korcula Island, Croatia)