Along the Adriatic coast, Croatian tattooists are designing pieces inspired by Dalmatian stonework, traditional lace, and maritime symbols like the karaka (old ship) and sea charts.
Schools in Split run elective modules where students explore regional patterns and propose tattoo translations.
Local historians say the movement strengthens coastal identity and promotes cultural tourism. Many visitors leave Croatia not just with photos but with tattoos that tell the story of the sea and island life.
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