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Bukovac House
The house where Vlaho Bukovac was born and raised has been converted into an interesting little museum devoted to his work. The early-19th-century architecture provides a fitting backdrop to his mementoes and paintings. The house itself was actually the artists first canvas – his e
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Renaissance Theatre
Built in 1612, this theatre is reportedly the first theatre in Europe open to plebeians and aristocrats alike. It remained a regional cultural centre throughout the centuries. Plays were still staged here right up until 2008. Although much of the theatre is still under renovation,
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Sveti Nikola
There are pebble and concrete beaches to choose from, as well as rocky breakwaters, shady pine forests and great views of the town across the way. From May to October there are passenger boats (adult/concession 20/10KN) travelling to Sveti Nikola, the small island that lies opposit
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Sea Turtle Rescue Centre
Small but extremely interesting, this centre is dedicated to rehabilitating injured sea turtles, most of which have been entangled in plastic or fishing nets. There arent a lot of displays but the staff on hand will talk you through their work. You might even get to see some of the
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St Vitus Cathedral
North of the Roman Gate is this unusual round cathedral, built by the Jesuit order in 1638 on the site of an older church and dedicated to Rijeka’s patron saint. If it looks familiar, its probably because it features on the reverse of the 100KN note. Massive marble pillars support
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Archaeological Museum of Osijek
The building itself – a renovated city guard structure – is stunning, with a lovely oak-block floor and glass dome over an arcaded patio. Showcases finds from Roman stones to Celtic helmets, with explanations also in English. Open till 10pm on Thursdays from June to September.A joi
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Meštrović Atelier
Croatia’s most recognised artist is Ivan Meštrović. This 17th-century building is his former home, where he worked and lived from 1922 to 1942; the excellent collection it houses has some 100 sculptures, drawings, lithographs and pieces of furniture from the first four decades of h
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Franciscan Church & Monastery of St John the Baptist
Built in 1650 in baroque style on the site of an earlier structure, this church contains the town’s tallest tower (54.5m) and houses an ancient pharmacy ornamented with 18th-century ceiling frescoes. Next door is a copy of the bronze statue of Bishop Grgur Ninski that Ivan Meštrovi
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Temple of Jupiter
The headless sphinx in black granite guarding the entrance to the temple was imported from Egypt at the time of the temple’s construction in the 5th century. Of the columns that supported a porch the temple once had, only one remains. Take a look at the barrel-vaulted ceiling and a
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Maritime and History Museum
The star of this museum is the building itself, the former palace of the Austro-Hungarian governor. Its a splendid showcase of Hungarian architecture, with grand staircases, glittering chandeliers and many sumptuously restored rooms. The maritime collection includes Roman amphorae,
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Zoo Osijek
As an escape from museums and churches, take a free ride on the emblematic kompa (a wooden pedestrian ferry propelled by the water current) from the shore of Gornji Grad to Zoo Osijek, on the other side of the Drava. Croatia’s largest zoo spreads over 11 verdant riverside hectares,
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Lošinj Marine Education Centre
A companion piece to Blue Worlds practical conservation work, this enlightening attraction aims to educate locals and visitors about the marine environment and the threats its facing. Theres a highly informative video (in a variety of languages), the vertebra of an 11m fin whale (a
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Baraćs Caves
The same karstic limestone that created the Plitivice Lakes is responsible for these vast caverns hidden beneath verdant farmland 15km northeast of the national park (its well signposted from the main road). Visits are by way of 45-minute guided tours (minimum two people) through c
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Galerija Klovićevi Dvori
Housed in a former Jesuit monastery, the gallery is among city’s most prestigious spaces for exhibiting modern Croatian and international art. Past exhibits have included Picasso and Chagall, as well as collections of Croatia’s prominent fine artists. The gallery’s gift shop has ar
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Peoples Square
Traditionally the centre of public life, this pretty little square is constantly abuzz with the chatter from its many cafe-bars. The western side is dominated by the late-Renaissance City Guard building, dating from 1562; the clock tower was added under the Austrian administration
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Meštrović Gallery
At this stellar art museum, you’ll see a comprehensive, well-arranged collection of works by Ivan Meštrović, Croatia’s premier modern sculptor, who built the gallery as a personal residence from 1931 to 1939. Although Meštrović intended to retire here, he emigrated to the USA soon
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St Stephen’s Square
The centre of town is this rectangular square, which was formed by filling in an inlet that once stretched out from the bay. At 4500 sq metres, it’s one of the largest old squares in Dalmatia. The town first developed in the 13th century to the north of the square and later spread
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Icon Museum
The modest Icon Museum has a small collection of interesting Byzantine icons painted on gilded wood, and 17th- and 18th-century ritual objects. As a bonus, visitors also have access to the beautiful old All Saints’ Church (Crkva Svih Svetih) next door. This 18th-century baroque chu
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Veliki Tabor Castle
The pentagonal Veliki Tabor Castle, which was recently renovated and now houses a museum, was built on the grounds of an earlier medieval structure in the early 16th century, with the four semicircular towers added later. Strategically perched on top of a hill, the golden-yellow ca
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Sea Organ
Zadar’s incredible Sea Organ , designed by local architect Nikola Bašić, is unique. Set within the perforated stone stairs that descend into the sea is a system of pipes and whistles that exudes wistful sighs when the movement of the sea pushes air through it. The effect is hypnoti
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