Pula

The rich itinerary of its three three-thousand-year-old history, where every step you take through the old town is a landmark, begins and ends with the Roman amphitheatre.

A great tourist asset is surely 190 kilometres of indented coastline, crystal-clear sea and beaches to suit everyone’s needs: smooth and even stone surfaces or pebbles for all generations, especially families with children or “secluded” beaches hidden by untouched greenery for those who want a bit of privacy. While strolling through Pula-Pola you will come across numerous monuments of Roman architecture: the Triumphal Arch of the Sergi from the 1st century B.C., Hercules’ Gate and Twin Gates, the Temple of Augustus and the Small Roman Theatre in the town centre.

Still, there is more. You will come across the Amphitheatre, revealing itself to you in all its beauty. This is one of the best preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world, the most significant monument in Pula! Arena, the place where gladiators faced lions, used to be able to entertain 25,000 spectators. This grandiose edifice allows you to get an insight into its glorious history, the one you can see, feel, and experience. It also serves as a host to the greatest cultural programs. A unique experience will be moments of relaxation in the main town square, which has managed to retain its role as the meeting place since the Augustan Age.

FOOD AND WINE

In Pula, just as in most towns of Istria, be sure to taste seafood specialities, of which frogfish, sea bass or delicious stewed savoury buzara with Kvarner scampi are just some of the offered delicacies. You should also try clams in Pula, because owing to the clean sea the local ones are especially tasty. Oysters are delicious too; the only thing to add is a few drops of lemon. Over the last few years, Istria has become the leading Croatian region in the production of top-quality wines. Wine was once simply divided into red and white wine, but today in Pula's wine shops you can also taste Borgonja, Hrvatica, and other fine varieties known all over the world like Chardonnay, Grey and White Pinot, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. However, the most famous Istrian wines are Malvasia and Teran.

So come and experience the great Croatian hospitality and warmth. Pula is waiting for you!

Pula is the largest town on the Istrian peninsula and offers a diversity of attractions to lovers of culture.