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 old basin of the Rječina River in the centre of the City of Rijeka. Currently, it is used as a port for a number...
The interior of this hotel is filled with a luxurious and modern design, while exterior follows the style of typical historical villas in Opatija. Leading...
Built in the late 19th century, modernized on several occasions (the last modernisation took place after WWII), located on Milutin Barač Street, also known as...
Stara Sušica Castle is a true historical jewel of the Gorski Kotar region. It is located near Ravna Gora at the height of 800 meters...
Školjić was the most attractive recreational area in the town, as well as the Rijeka promenade before its industrialization in the 19th century. There were...
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...
