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Kont
A socializing spot for decadent youth!
"Kont" in Rijeka refers to Hotel Continental, or else Titov trg. Locals love gathering here, stocking up on goodies & drinks from the market close by.
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Valentina
Botica
DSR Primorje
(Underground) bar games
"DSR Primorje" in Rijeka might be my favorite place to play bar games with friends or meet new people! Everyone is really chill here...
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Valentina
Botica
Torpedo Launch Station
Catch it while it's there
Did you know Rijeka had the first torpedo factory in the world? Its remnants today, the "Torpedo Launch Station", is a (ruined) sight to behold...
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Valentina
Botica
Hartera Former Paper Factory
A cultural landmark
"Hartera Former Paper Factory" in Rijeka used to be a succesful business; now its ruins host parties, concerts & events that set the bar in the city...
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Valentina
Botica
Molo Longo Art on the Wall
We are all migrants!
Molo Longo is probably the most recognizable aspect of Rijeka, but did you now it has poetry related to migration written along it?
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Valentina
Botica
Kružna Street
Just follow the colors!
"Kružna Street" in Rijeka is a small passage that takes you through murals, activism, youth & culture!
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Valentina
Botica
Šetalište XIII Divizije
A relaxing walk
"Šetalište XIII Divizije" in Rijeka is perfect if you're looking for a nice walk among trees and some Austrian-Hungarian & Italian architectural heritage!
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Valentina
Botica
ŠtoRiJa
Your new favorite vegan burger in town
"ŠtoRiJa" in Rijeka has become my favorite vegan restaurant in town!
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Valentina
Botica
Pivnica Cont
Traditional cuisine, modern twist
"Pivnica Cont" in Rijeka is a traditional beerhouse in the same building as Hotel Continental. Come here if you're curious about local food!
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Valentina
Botica
Harat's Pub Rijeka
Ireland in Rijeka
"Harat's Pub Rijeka" is one of two Irish pubs in the city and one of my favorites in general. Try their marende and look out for their daily offers!
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Iva
Sušić
Kazališni Park
City park with a theater view
"Kazališni park" is one of Rijeka's few parks. I'm very happy with it and like the flowers dedicated to music & theater, which is right across the square.
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Iva
Sušić
Rakhia Bar
Croatian specialty
"Rakhia Bar" in Rijeka is obviously about the rakija. Here they have 84 types and you can try them all! Check out their affordable midweek student parties.
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Iva
Sušić
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