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Kastav monograph

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In March 2025, the first comprehensive monograph dedicated to the town of Kastav was published.

This exceptional bilingual edition, originally conceived in 2020 and delayed due to global circumstances, features insightful text by Davor Žic and striking modern photography by Petar Fabijan. The book’s distinctive design, premium paper, and specialised printing and finishing techniques further enhance its appeal.

As the English language translator, I am proud to have contributed to this project 🙂

The monograph incorporates meticulously researched archival material to chronicle the town’s history and surrounding area, with these sections printed on exclusive aged-effect paper. Each segment of the book showcases Kastav’s unique character across its past, present and future.

The promotion of the book was held in the hall of the brand new council building in the centre of the town. Local news channels covered the event:

This project stands as a highlight in my portfolio, reinforcing my expertise as the leading English translator in the Rijeka region.

Limited to 800 copies, the book is available for purchase from the publisher, Val’s online bookshop here, and is expected to sell out quickly, so, a second, updated edition may soon be necessary. 🙂

House of the Halubje Bell Ringers

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30th April 2024 finally saw the opening of the House of Halubje Bell Ringers in Viškovo. I am extremely proud to have been the sole English translator in this very special project since 2019. If you know about the zvončari – bellringers, then you’ll understand how important they are to the local people of this part of Croatia – so important so that they are protected by UNESCO.

The visitor centre is full of everything related to the bell ringers’ history, customs and costumes and the local culture and traditions. There are interactive installations, models, tools, costumes and there will be workshops, concerts and cultural events.

Attending the opening ceremony were local dignatories, mayors, organisers, and Croatia’s President Zoran Milanović. Of course there was a impressive, mass performance by the Halubje Bell Ringers themselves.

Kuća Halubajskega zvončara https://khz.hr/

Kuća Halubajskega zvončara – House of the Halubje Bell Ringers Facebook

Rijeka Trails – website and brochure translations

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Latest website and brochure translation for the tourist boards of Kastav, Klana, Viškovo, Jelenje, Čavle, Kostrena, Bakar, Kraljevica and Rijeka. Full of detailed paths and trails for all ages. It features the distances, difficulties, GPS coordinates, altitudes, walking times, sights and facilities of each route.

website: https://rijekatrails.com/en/
pdf brochure: http://www.visitrijeka.eu/docs/tzrijeka2013HR/documents/194/1.0/Original.pdf