Barban is a picturesque medieval acropolis-style village in Istria. It has a rich history and had many different rulers in the past: the Habsburgs, the Venetians, and the French. Many traces of its past can be found in cultural monuments and numerous interesting sites.
Well preserved buildings from the Baroque and Gothic periods, frescos and Glagolitic documents, four churches,... Read more
Once an island, Primošten has preserved the atmosphere and all the architectural features of a medieval Mediterranean fishing village. The town is dominated by sv. Juraj [St. George] on the highest point of the former island, and the Church of Gospa od Milosti [Our Lady of Mercy] and the chapel of sv. Roko [St. Rocco] certainly attracts our attention.
Bale is a typical Istrian town, located 5 km from the sea. This small, peaceful coastal town is built from winding paved alleys, centennial customs and renditions which echo within the walls of the medieval castle. The Bemboz Palace from the 10th century represents the greatest tourist attraction of the town and the centre of its social life.
During the summer, the town hosts eminent... Read more
Medulin, once a fishing village, is now a modern tourist destination in the south of the Istrian peninsula. This village of grape vines, olive trees, and beautiful beaches is ideal for quietly enjoying the beauty of the untouched natural surroundings.
The large Roman archaeological complex Vižula, Vrčevan hill, the hill of sv. Petar [Saint Peter] are all home to many ancient... Read more