Opatija, the tourism capital of the northern Adriatic region of Kvarner, flourished in late 19th century, when the creme de la creme of the Austro-Hungarian Empire turned it into a high luxury resort.

Riding on that wave, Opatija today boasts many villas and hotels in their original form, reminiscent of the best day of an empire.

Click on the photo to see what’s going on in Opatija today!