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Opatija, often called the Nice of the Adriatic, is one of the most popular tourist resorts in Croatia and a place with the longest tourist tradition on the eastern coast of the Adriatic. The Austrian empress Maria Anna made Opatija a popular excursion destination of the inhabitants from Rijeka, then of the Italians and Austrians. Opatija was the first in the region of the Adriatic to introduce tourist statistics already in 1884, and the first hotel on the Adriatic, called Kvarner, was built by the Society of the Southern Railways in 1884; situated on the very coast and luxuriously furnished, it attracted exclusively elite guests. With the construction of the hotel, Opatija became an elite summer resort, so that, apart from the 12km-long promenade (Lungomare) from Volosko - Opatija - Lovran, a mountain path from Opatija to Veprinac and further to Ucka was laid. Already in 1889 Opatija was declared the first climatic seaside resort on the Adriatic, which strengthened its position as the most fashionable tourist resort. Numerous tourists and owners of the villas contributed by planting exotic plants to the horticultural grandeur. Opatija was so attractive that, at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, it was visited by the then most prominent personalities of the noble rank - Princess Luise von Sachsen Coburg, the Romanian king Charles I, the Swedish-Norwegian king Oscar, etc. Tourist development is Opatija's main feature even today. Favourable climate, well-maintained landscape, maintained beaches and lively entertainment throughout the year make this place one of the most elite summer resorts in Croatia today. The offer includes 20-odd hotels, a large number of catering establishments, sports and recreational facilities, and especially entertainment opportunities. Many events in Opatija have a long tradition and offer a high-level entertainment: carnival (January/February), International Yachting Regatta (in May), the Opatija Yachting Cup (in November). Opatija is also a national centre in which Porin, the prize for the best musical pieces is awarded (in March), as well as one of the most important congress centres in Croatia. One of the best restaurants in Croatia are open in Opatija throughout the year.

Welcome to the Riviera in which Opatija is the body, Lovran is the heart and Moscenicka Draga is the soul. The Opatija Riviera has been writing its history since the 12th century from the times of skilled pirates and sailors.
The Opatija Riviera is lovely for holiday in the summer and magical in winter. In the warm summer months, you will be greeted by the clean sea, nice beaches and good entertainment, while in the winter you can walk along the 12 kilometre long waterfront or hike along forest trails. Spring and fall are ideal for bicycling, hiking or just sightseeing some of many sights in Opatija.
With its proximity to Slovenia, Austria and Italy, the Opatija Riviera has an advantage over all other tourism destinations. Just kilometers before Opatija is Preluk, an inlet where the Mediterranean Sea cuts deepest into central Europe, thus bringing the continental and Mediterranean climates on the Riviera. Due to the climate, the mild winters, bearable summers, constant air circulation, sea aerosols and the rich vegetation Opatija has developed as climatic rehabilitation centre. Due to the position of Riviera and Ucka Mountain which dominates over it, the sun rests earlier in the summer months, allowing for carefree time on the beaches. Also, you can enjoy pleasant summer nights, when the temperature drops to about 17 C ensuring good sleep at night.
The Opatija Riviera can boast having lust vegetation, coniferous and deciduous plants, laurel and rosemary bushes, cherry and chestnut trees, as well as numerous exotic plant species in the Angiolina and St. Jacobs Park in Opatija, which for many years has been granted the title of the most beautiful park in Croatia.
Opatija
"Old dame", "Pearl of the Adriatic2, "Queen of tourism" - these are some of the names given to this city, which celebrates its 160th anniversary of tourism tradition in 2004. Its beauty and elegance are passed on to each guest, and many tourist return to Opatija for their holiday every year for their entire lives, claiming the they simply feel wonderful in the city.
SIGHTS NOT TO BE MISSED IN Opatija WHILE YOU ARE ON YOUR HOLIDAY
Church of St. Jacob was built in about 1420 as a colony of the Benedictine monks. This abbey (Opatija) later gave its name to the city, however, very little has remained of its original appearance, as it was adapted in 1506, renovated at the end of the 18th century and expanded in the 1930s. A copy of the relief "Pieta" depicting the dying Christ with his mother Mary and Mary Magdalene, by the esteemed Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic is held in the church.
Madonnina is one of the symbols of Opatija, the Girl with the Seagull, the work of academic sculptor Zvonko Car was put up in 1956 in the place of the Madonna sculpture. A copy of Madonnina sculpture now stands before church of St. Jacob.
Villa Angiolina - this building, which marked the beggining of tourism in Opatija, was constructed in 1844 and fully renovated in 2000. Its first owner was Rijeka patrician Ignacio Ritter Scarpa, who named villa after his wife. Tourists can view the richly decorated hall with its painted ceiling, where numerous social events, concerts and romantic weddings are held.
Park Angiolina is a thrue horticultural monument, with about 150 plan species from all corners of the world. This park was made from 1845 to 1860 when unusual plants from Japan, South America, Australia and China were planted here. In addition to various species of palm, bamboo, banana, cear, the camelia brought here form the Philippines has been given a position of honour and has since become one of the symbols of Opatija.The beautiful red, pink and white blossoms delight guests from Decembre to April. In one part of the park there are remains of a stalagmite about 9300 years old.
The "Juraj Sporer" artistic pavilion was formery Austro-Hungarian sweets shop, built in about 1900. It was fully renovated in 2003 in the aim of crating a high quality exhibition space and hall for cultural manifestations. The pavilion carries the name of the man who in 1859 initiated the establishment of the Society for the Building of Opatija which advocated the development of the city as a bathing area and a natural health resort.
Church of the annunciation of Mary - this interesting neo-Romanesque triple nave structure with its recognizable green dome dates back to 1906. The construction was begun by the Austrians according to the project by Karl Seidl and was continued by the Italians.
Also, staying in Opatija allowes you to visit many interesting places not so far away from Opatija. In one day you can visit two national parks Risnjak and Plitvice Lakes. Tours throught Istria, the Kvarner islands will enrich your holiday in Opatija. Those in search of excitement can opt for the "fish picnic" whish offers a true fishing experience. If you decide to make a change in last minute, you can drive or take public transportation and arrive at Moscenice, Kastav, Veprinac of Ucka - nature park in less than an hour. If you are looking to experience one of the most beautiful panoramas in this part of Europe, then you simply must visit Ucka Mountain and climb up to its highest park, Vojak (1401 m) and its stone tower-viewing point. On a clear day you can see Istria, Kvarner and the central Dalmatian islands, Gorski Kotar, the peaks of the italian Alps and Venice... You can reach Vojak in only few hours along the numerous hiking trails leading upwards from the towns of Liburnia Riviera, and considering that the trails lead through lovely and botanicaly valuable beech forests, you will find refreshing shade here in even the hot summer months.
We invite you to spend your holiday in beautiful Opatija!
Opatija, often called the Nice of the Adriatic, is one of the most popular tourist resorts in Croatia and a place with the longest tourist tradition on the eastern coast of the Adriatic. The Austrian empress Maria Anna made Opatija a popular excursion destination of the inhabitants from Rijeka, then of the ItalianOpatijas and Austrians. Opatija was the first in the region of the Adriatic to introduce tourist statistics already in 1884, and the first hotel on the Adriatic, called Kvarner, was built by the Society of the Southern Railways in 1884; situated on the very coast and luxuriously furnished, it attracted exclusively elite guests. With the construction of the hotel, Opatija became an elite summer resort, so that, apart from the 12km-long promenade (Lungomare) from Volosko - Opatija - Lovran, a mountain path from OpatijaOpatija to Veprinac and further to Ucka was laid. Already in 1889 Opatija was declared the first climatic seaside resort on the Adriatic, which strengthened its position as the most fashionable tourist resort. Numerous tourists and owners of the villas contributed by planting exotic plants to the horticultural grandeur. Opatija was so attractive that, at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, it was visited by the then most prominent personalities of the noble rank - Princess Luise von Sachsen Coburg, the Romanian king Charles I, the Swedish-Norwegian king Oscar, etc. Tourist development is Opatija's main feature even today. Favourable climate, well-maintained landscape, maintained beaches and lively entertainment throughout the year make this place one of the mOpatijaost elite summer resorts in Croatia today. The offer includes 20-odd hotels, a large number of catering establishments, sports and recreational facilities, and especially entertainment opportunities. Many events in Opatija have a long tradition and offer a high-level entertainment: carnival (January/February), International Yachting Regatta (in May), the Opatija Yachting Cup (in November). Opatija is also a national centre in which Porin, the prize for the best musical pieces is awarded (in March), as well as one of the most important congress centres in Croatia. One of the best restaurants in Croatia are open in Opatija throughout the year.

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Opatija, a town, harbour, tourist, summer and climatic resort on the foot of Mt. Ucka, situated at the eastern coast of Istria in the Rijeka Bay, 13 km southwest of Rijeka. The coastal region formed of limestone, in which Opatija lies, is protected from the north and northwest by Ucka. Climatic conditions are favourable, with relatively mild winters; the mean air temperature in January attains 4.7 °C, and in July 23.3 °C; 2,230 hours of sunshine a year. The whole narrow coastal strip is covered with evergreen vegetation; there are no loose soils or water springs. Ucka holds the moist air and clouds driven by the westerly winds, so that Opatija has lower rainfall and more hours of sunshine than Rijeka. The climate and the specific historic and geographic features favoured Opatija's rapid development. The completion of the railway Vienna - Trieste (1857) and the branch railroad from Pivka (then called Sent Peter) to Rijeka (1873) opened the way from Vienna to Opatija. The climatic advantages of Opatija were famous already in the first half of the 19th century. Chief occupation is tourism. The harbour consists of a pier and a protected basin. The inner part of it is protected from all winds except from those blowing from the first quadrant; the bora is moderate, blowing from the east; the sirocco and the easterly winds are rather strong and heave the sea. The outer part of the port is designed for larger vessels, and smaller vessels can land at the inner part. The anchoring ground lies 500 m off the coast, but is far from being safe during strong easterly and south-easterly winds. The harbour comprises a marina. Situated on the road (M2, E751) Rijeka - Pula. [...]