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Opatija, an elegant tourist destination,
is the centre of the riviera with the longest
tourist tradition in Croatia.Its favourable
position at a geographic crossroads, its
luxuriant vegetation and the mild climate
were the main reasons for the origins and rapid
development of tourism at the end of the 19th
century (The Villa Angiolina was built in 1844
and the first hotel - "Kvarner" was constructed
in 1884).
Built in the period of transition
from the 19th to the 20th century, it still
mainatins a harmonious relationship with nature. Sculpted parks, an illuminated
coastal promenade (a 12 km long lungomare), and neat bathing places and fountains
are the setting for the various villas and hotels offering accommodation for
up to 6000 guests. Given the relatively stable temperatures (an average of
7.0 degrees C in winter and 21.9 degrees C in summer), high air pressure and
constant air circulation, the Opatija climate has a soothing and reinvigorating
effect.
The contrast of sea and mountains; greenness of the parks and blueness of
the sea; of old buildings and modern comfort; of lively entertainment centres
and quiet excursion places make Opatija and its surroundings an attractive
gathering point for tourists throughout all four seasons.A conference centre
(500 to 800 seats), 11 indoor-swimming pools, wellness programmes, casino,
discotheques, an open stage with 2000 seats, carnivals and festivals, opportunities
for short trips in the immediate vicinity or daily trips to the Plitvička
Jezera and Risnjak National Parks, or to Venice, are also part of the Opatija's
attraction for tourists.
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