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Tradition

Traditional costumes

Ethnographic museum of Istria preserves, and actively collects textile artefacts. The main parts of the collection are Istrian traditional costumes...
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Easter customs in Istria

Easter or locally known as Vazan is an important religious feast celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. It is customary to wear something new on that day...
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Story of Istrian souvenirs

Original Istrian souvenirs are items which, regardless of their simplicity, tell us much about Istria and its people. They attract great attention...
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Fairs in Istria

Fairs are the life-blood of every small town and in Istria they have kept to their traditions - every town has its own fair and a specific day on which it is held.
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Istra
Istria is indeed a feast for the eyes. Its streams flow to the sea through deep valleys and gullies which bring to mind the ancient local myths about giants.
Umag/Novigrad - where holidays go active
Umag, Buje and Novigrad create the gateway to the magic land called Istria. You can enjoy some 50 km of beautiful beaches.
Poreč - a touch of eternity
If you are looking for activity, remarkable experiences and rich cultural heritage, Poreč with its 100 years of experience in hospitality...
Vrsar / Funtana - more than a holiday
In your search of the perfect vacation, be sure to visit Vrsar and Funtana. These two small fishing settlements situated between Poreč and Lim canal
Rovinj - Fall in love all over again...
On the beautiful west coast of Istria, just underneath the Lim canal is the most romantic place in the Mediterranean!
Labin / Rabac - a touch of art
Where the green hills meet the sea, where nature and heritage become one, you will find Labin and Rabac - paradise for artists.
Central Istria - the unspoiled beauty
The dreamlike nature, almost mythical landscapes and gorgeous mediaeval towns of central Istria will awake within you the primeval and deep...
Pula / Medulin - moments in time
Welcome to the 3000 years of history! The history of Pula starts with the myth of the Argonauts and the search for the Golden Fleece.