Description
One of the most interesting places in Istria is
Poreč, a small harbour with a turbulent past, lying
on the western side of the Istrian peninsula.
Poreč (Parentium) was inhabited 6000 years ago by
the Illyrians, became later a Roman legionary fort
and was after the fall of the Roman Empire
successively ruled by the Goths, Germans,
Byzantines, Venetians, Napoleon, Austria and Italy.
Today Poreč is one of the largest tourist centres of
Croatia.
Of special importance is the extraordinary 6th
century Byzantine Basilica of Euphrasius with its
magnificent mosaics.
A journey takes us to the 6,5 miles long Lim Fjord,
the most beautiful natural wonder of Istria, where a
short photo stop takes place. Afterwards we proceed
to Rovinj, one of the most attractive spots on the
Adriatic, renowned by its medieval architecture,
remains of fortification, labyrinth of streets,
stairways and picturesque squares. Thirteen islands
surround the town.
On the way back we stop on a small farm to taste
some good home-made brandies and different sorts of
Istrian wine.