Since 1850 Istria is known for a healing climate. Today’s Opatija, formerly Abbazia is known as the first regular health resort of the Riviera. Later, according to the example of Opatija more places were added. The money aristocracy built its villas on the coast. In the impressive coastal landscape imposing buildings and great beach promenades were created. The Mediterranean architecture of the coastal region of Istria, the growing history of the region, the focus on ...