Surroundings


Croazia Croatia, a beautiful country with thousand islands, magnificent natural treasures, rich culture and traditions is located in southern Europe, with a capital city Zagreb. Croatia has a cristal see, picturesque villages, unforgettable national parks, fine local food and drinks, hospitable nation and fair prices which all makes it worth to visit it for a holiday. Moreover, it is a modern, western country with a combination of a soft continental and a Mediterranean climate. Istria Istria is the largest peninsula on the Adriatic Coast. Its smallest town is Hum, famously known as the smallest town of the world. The largest town of this valuable peninsula is Pula. It was the best-protected Istrian harbour serving as a main European military point. The Arena of Pula, Euphrasian Basilika in Poreè that has found its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, mummies in Vodnjan or fossils of dinosaurs from prehistoric times are only some of the examples from our rich cultural and historical heritage that should become part of your Istrian itinerary, just as the Brijuni Island that should be visited because there are no words to describe them. The entire European history permeated through Istria, therefore today it is the blackboard of the prehistoric hill-forts triumphal arches, early Christian churches, Byzantine mosaics, Romanesque basilicas, Roman amphitheatre, and dozen of museums as a treasuries of its rich history. The peninsula was affected by three European civilizations Roman, Slavic and Germanic, which had a main influence on the cultural heritage. The highest point of Istria is Uèka a natural park, containing several protected plants and animal species. Pula Pula situated at the southest end of the Istrian peninsula has been in existence since 3 thousand years. It represents a very fine combination of the old and modern city where many famous writers and composers have found inspiration for their masterpieces. Many cultural and historical monuments dominate its panorama and represent today the unique setting of various cultural and artistic events. Beaches stretch along, 100 km of beautiful and indented coast. In addition to lovely beaches, sport grounds, restaurants and valuable cultural – historic monument and museums, Pula also offers its visitors theatre performances, film festival, concerts and rich entertainment program. Special attractions are summer concerts, opera and fill performances in the impressive Arena, roman amphitheatre dating from the 1st century. Medulin Medulin, ancient Mutila, is a town with long, richly indented coastline which is encircled by a ring of small islands. Today Medulin is a renowned tourist centre which, along with hotels and campsites, offers a large number of rooms and apartments in private accommodation. Everything is directed toward tourism. Medulin has a bank, post office, medical clinic for tourists, florist, wine-cellars, hairdresser's, numerous stores, goldsmiths, souvenir shops, marketplace and more. The pillar of tourism in Medulin is sport: tennis, football, mini golf, bowling, boccie, beach volleyball, riding etc. Young people know Medulin for its popular night clubs, while those who like live music and all rhythms gather at the numerous terraces. Medulin is also known for its quality classical music concerts during the summer months. The restaurants in Medulin are a real challenge to gourmets, whether it’s modern, traditional, seafood, meat or vegetarian cuisine.