This coastal city even earned the title of 'Cultural Capital of Europe' in 2020 thanks to its new museums, including the Rijeka City Museum.
In the early 2000s, Croatia was a hidden gem in Europe, remaining off the radar of crowds and completely absent from tourist maps. However, after the country joined the EU in 2013, the situation changed significantly, and Croatia gradually became a very popular destination. This is reported by the Daily Mail. In particular, the country has a lesser-known coastal city, Rijeka, which offers views of the sea and the alpine landscapes of the Dinaric Alps. "This mysterious coastal city offers all the beauty, beach landscapes, and sun of popular regions - without the crowds of tourists. Located a five-hour drive from Split, Rijeka lies in the Kvarner Bay in western Croatia and is known as the 'gateway' to the Croatian islands of Krk, Cres, Rab, and Lošinj," the article notes. When it comes to food and drinks, prices here are lower than in other cities in the country - a glass of wine costs €2.50 (about 130 UAH). "For gourmets looking for local delicacies, Rijeka offers a variety of Croatian 'peka' dishes - these are seafood dishes cooked over a slow fire, with the addition of octopus, garlic, olive oil, and wild vegetables," the publication adds. This coastal city even earned the title of 'Cultural Capital of Europe' in 2020 thanks to its new museums, including the Rijeka City Museum, known as the 'Sugar Palace,' which was restored to regain its baroque splendor. The Daily Mail assured that due to low rates and a short travel time, Rijeka is one of the most advantageous departure points for trips to the islands of Croatia. Other tourism news Earlier, experts named a more affordable alternative to Lake Como. This refers to Lake Ohrid, which stretches between Albania and North Macedonia. UNIAN also reported that in Britain, one can walk along the 'Dragon's Back.' This refers to an area called the Peak District, known for its incredible landscapes.
