"What is true, what is a fairy tale? Since the beginning of the 16th century Venetians and Turks conquered the fort virtually over and over again from each other, nothing was certain and nobody. It was only towards the end of the century that the then governor of Rijeka had the castle fortified and modernized."
"I’m not sure whether the cage is erected to protect people from the exploding fireworks… or whether it’s to protect the fireworks from the legions of crazed Valencians. Probably both. But it does feel like a sacred space."
"The palace is an impressive example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, which combines Indian and Islamic elements. It features a mix of domes, turrets, and arches, as well as intricate carvings and ornamental designs. The palace also has a large pond, gardens, and a mosque on its premises."
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