Torpedo factory was opened in 1853. Upon the arrival of Robert Whitehead in 1874, the factory was renamed to Silurificio Whitehead, and later Robert Whitehead & Co. It was the first torpedo factory in the world and it modernized the arms industry. There were crafted ship engines and submarines as well. Today warehouses and workshops of the Torpedo factory are conserved and preserved.
The first mention of the castle dates back to 1558. The castle is a single-floor edifice with a square floor plan, corner towers and an...
A coastal village abundant in history is located on the cliff raising above the sea level on the westward side of the island of Cres....
Košljun is a small island close to a much bigger island of Krk, known for the Franciscan monastery built in the 15th century....
Villa Ariston Hotel is surrounded by beautiful garden that descends all the way to the sea. On its stone terraces you can enjoy stunning views...
The hotel was built in 1886 and still has the original architecture. With its charming view on Kvarner bay and surrounding islands, as well as...
Robert Whitehead's palace is named the “Venice House” because of architectural associations to the Venetian Gothics. It was built in 1888. The palace is located...
