Is Rijeka a good place to live?

Rijeka is one of few coastal cities in Croatia that don’t die down in winter. The further to the south you go, the more you’ll notice life suddenly getting quiet when the tourists leave, whereas Rijeka remains a lively place throughout the year and offers a lot to see and do whenever you choose to drop by.

What is Rijeka known for?

Famous for raucous Carnival celebrations and an alternative vibe, Rijeka (population 130,000), which has been a shipping and boatbuilding hub for centuries, combines Roman legacy, Italian influence, Austro-Hungarian architecture and fading Yugoslav industry.

What county is Rijeka?

Primorje-Gorski Kotar County
Rijeka is the main city of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. The city’s economy largely depends on shipbuilding (shipyards “3. Maj” and “Viktor Lenac Shipyard”) and maritime transport.

How do you get to Rijeka Croatia?

1. Trade Air runs seasonal flights from Rijeka to Osijek, Split and Dubrovnik.
2. Rijeka’s airport is actually on Krk Island, 30km from town.
3. If you’re flying to Zagreb there’s a bus shuttle transfer from the Zagreb Airport to Rijeka.
4. From the Zagreb train station there are four trains daily to Rijeka (5 hours).

What language do they speak in Rijeka?

Croatian
The Fiuman dialect (Italian: fiumano, Fiuman: fiuman) is the dialect of the Venetian language spoken in the Croatian city of Rijeka (Fiume).

Why is Rijeka called Rijeka?

The name, dating from the 13th century, refers to the river called Rječina in Serbian and Croatian and Fiumara, or Eneo, in Italian, which empties into the Kvarner at Rijeka. The port is a primary naval base and a point of departure for coastal shipping.

Is Rijeka good for holiday?

Rijeka is considered something of a transit city and with few beaches, it is not really a place to stay for a long holiday. That being said, there are a number of great sights in the city as well as plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars and shops.

How do you get from Rijeka to Split?

The best way to get from Rijeka to Split is to bus via Gospić which takes 6h 5m and costs 210 kn – 250 kn. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 180 kn – 260 kn and takes 8h 10m.

Is Rijeka near Split?

The distance between Rijeka and Split is 257 km. The road distance is 411.9 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Rijeka to Split, including transfers.

What language is spoken in Rijeka?

The Fiuman dialect (Italian: fiumano, Fiuman: fiuman) is the dialect of the Venetian language spoken in the Croatian city of Rijeka (Fiume).