That Adriatic coastline was a proper hidden gem until about ten years ago, now good luck finding a spot.
Fun fact: The necktie originated in Croatia — the word "cravat" is derived from "Croat."
Been carved up by its neighbours more times than you'd believe and it's still right there, absolutely unbothered.
Fun fact: Marie Curie was born in Warsaw and remains the only person to win Nobels in two different sciences.