While international travel to Croatia may be paused, cultural institutions are bridging the gap with immersive online exhibitions. These virtual showcases bring Croatia's vibrant heritage directly to your screen, offering a taste of its museums and artistry from the comfort of home. Here are five standout virtual exhibitions worth exploring.
Museum of Broken Relationships
Zagreb proudly earns its title as a 'museum city,' home to some 3.6 million artifacts across diverse institutions—from archaeological treasures and Naive Art to 1980s nostalgia and optical illusions. Yet the standout gem resides in the historic Kulmer Palace: the Museum of Broken Relationships.
Objects like a 27-year-old wound scab, a rubber pig, or an Action Man doll unite under one poignant theme—reminders of heartbreak. This innovative museum invites visitors to contribute personal items tied to lost loves, transforming sorrow into creative expression. The result? A heartfelt collection of stories and symbols.
Explore the online collection at https://brokenships.com/explore.
FILMAKTIV: Cinema Corona
2020 marked Rijeka as a European Capital of Culture alongside Galway, with over 600 events planned in this stunning Kvarner Bay port city—a prime destination blending festivity and seaside charm.
Rijeka's premier film school, FILMAKTIV, launched Cinema Corona to keep the spirit alive. Enjoy free access to acclaimed documentaries and films on Vimeo, complete with English subtitles, delivering cultural highlights straight to your living room.
Watch the collection here: https://vimeo.com/channels/coronacinema.
The Museum of Apoxyomenos
Lošinj Island beckons with year-round sunshine, hiking trails, pristine coasts, and a dolphin reserve. Beyond nature, it houses one of Croatia's most unique museums: the Museum of Apoxyomenos.
Dedicated to a 2,000-year-old bronze statue of a Greek athlete recovered from nearby waters, this treasure drew bids from the Louvre, British Museum, and J.P. Getty but found its permanent home in Mali Lošinj. Delve into its story online at https://www.muzejapoksiomena.hr/en/.
Pula Amphitheater
Pula, on Istria's south coast, boasts 3,000 years of history as a Roman trade hub. Its colossal amphitheater, seating over 23,000, once hosted gladiators and now stages concerts amid ancient grandeur.
Underground passages reveal a museum of Pula's past, with pottery and amphorae displays. Navigate this 3D virtual tour in Street View style: https://www.ami-pula.hr/arheoloski/virtualni-muzej/.
Damir Fabijanic – Welcome to Croatia
Photographer Damir Fabijanic captures Croatia's soul through his lens, showcasing people, cities, architecture, and cuisine. His work has graced exhibitions in Brussels and Strasbourg, including the EU accession series 'Welcome to Croatia.'
Beyond beaches, his images highlight everyday life—farmers, winemakers, chefs—with 'Deliciously Croatia' evoking mouthwatering local flavors. View his collections at https://fabijanic.com/en/photo/.
