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From Poreč to Pula : a walk along the Istrian coast

From Poreč to Pula : a walk along the Istrian coast

Istria is the Mediterranean area that is the closest to central Europe and is also the area where many cultural influences met. Slavic, Roman and Germanic peoples have left traces of their kitchens, languages and customs and created the unique and exciting Istria that we know today. read more »

Istria: the Croatian Las Vegas

Istria: the Croatian Las Vegas

In Istria, the construction of a small “Las Vegas” is planned. A group of American investors from Nevada will invest $ 1.5 billion for this project. Businessmen are currently negotiating with the Croatian representatives. read more »

Istria: the “new Tuscany”

Istria: the “new Tuscany”

Civilization is in Istria since the Bronze Age when people lived in fortified castles built on the hills. Many vestiges of this period are still present as well as buildings left by those who ruled Istria: Illyrians, Romans, Venetians and Austro-Hungarian. read more »

Rovinj: the pearl of Istria

Rovinj: the pearl of Istria

Rovinj is one of the most beautiful cities of Istria. Located on the west coast of the peninsula, many tourist activities are available like visiting the historic places of the Illyrian, Roman and Venetian time. That is why it is called the “Little Venice of Croatia”. read more »