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More to see in Osijek

Travelers visiting Osijek in summer should definitely find time to relax on the banks of the Drava River in the beach area of Copacabana. This area lies on the bank opposite the city center, just behind the pedestrian bridge. In summer, its visitors can enjoy a beach and an outdoor pool surrounded by a picturesque garden. Excellent conditions with various children's playgrounds and attractions are created for families here. The park also provides specially equipped picnic areas. Many tourists and locals come here to enjoy water activities. If for some reason you don’t feel like swimming in the river, you can take a refreshing dip in the pool and then soak up the sun on a sunbathing terrace. In summer, several cafes open in the beach area so that visitors can relax here with comfort all day long. In Osijek, you can visit a great zoo with an aquarium. This place will be of interest not only to families with children but also to all nature enthusiasts. The zoo was founded in 1955 and is currently one of the three largest zoos in Croatia. Its vast area of 11 hectares accommodates dozens of spacious enclosures for animals. The living conditions created for them are as close to natural as possible. In total, the zoo is home to about 650 animals belonging to one hundred different biological species. Here you can see the typical inhabitants of the Croatian forests, as well as rare animals brought from distant exotic countries. Besides that, the zoo has a great aquarium and … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Osijek

Shopping, streets and outlets

Nearby is an original gift shop - Rukotvorine offering exclusive handmade souvenirs. For unusual memorable gifts, you can also go to one of the antique shops - there are lots of them in Osijek. Ezop Antikvarijat is considered one of the best. This shop is loved not only by curious tourists but also by professional collectors. The store always presents a large selection of vintage books and jewelry. Here you can buy … Open

Advices for travellers

5. Travelers who are limited in time and want to explore the main city attractions briefly should use the local trams too. Routes number 1 and 2 run through the most interesting areas. 6. The city has few upscale hotels, but there are very interesting options among budget ones. Particular attention should be paid to hotels occupying historic buildings. The highest concentration of such hotels is presented near … Open

Osijek for children - what to visit

The whole family will love Pampas Entertainment Center where each of its members can test their accuracy. It is also worth noting that themed parties and holidays are often held for visitors here. However, there is one more place to improve accuracy - Paintball Raptor where you have the opportunity to play as a team. As is known, this sort of games affects family relationships in the most positive way. Another … Open

Travel guide to Osijek

Important religious monument of the city include the Franciscan church and Monastery of the Raising of the Holy Cross. There is no exact information on their foundation. According to some historical data, the monastery was founded in the reign of the Ottoman Empire. Until recently, the historical monastery had been an important pilgrimage center and housed many unique religious artifacts. The religious construction … Open

Traditions and mentality of Osijek

If you can't find time to visit the city during major religious holidays, you can always get acquainted with the interesting traditions of local people in local shops. As noted above, Osijek has many craft workshops where you can get yourself some handicrafts. For several hundred years, the city has been home to hereditary carpet makers. All carpets feature incredibly beautiful and complex ornaments, which make … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Karaka restaurant will appeal to travelers who prefer hearty "men's food". It offers a variety of meat dishes, some of which are traditionally cooked exclusively on an open fire. Apart from meat delicacies, guests can enjoy rich vegetable garnishes, including those suitable for vegetarians. Pivnica Merlon Pub will appeal to tourists who prefer to dine in a casual atmosphere of low-cost restaurants. Here you can … Open

Top sigths of Croatia

Continue your exploration of the country by visiting the resort of Naftalan that has become internationally famous due to healing mineral springs. This balneology resort has become very popular not only with European but also with Russian tourists. Rovinj is a very interesting place from the historic point of view. The town is home to many historic buildings, such as St. Euphemia Cathedral, the height of which estimates 57 metres. This is a wonderful building made in Baroque style. For more than 300 years the building has been the tallest building in Istria. Several important landmarks are located in Amicis Street – the clock tower built in the 18th century, several museums and an old library. … Open

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