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Croatia · Istria · 10 m
Short description of Poreč
Poreč (Parenzo) is a lively coastal town on the western shore of Istria, built on a narrow peninsula where the Romans laid out a fortified camp. Its old town still follows the Roman grid, with the Decumanus as the main street and Marafor Square, where the remains of two temples stand. The highlight is the Euphrasian Basilica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its gold Byzantine mosaics. Venetian Gothic palaces, Romanesque houses and old defence towers line the lanes. Beaches, pine woods and the resort areas of Plava and Zelena Laguna stretch along the coast, and boats cross to St Nicholas Island. Poreč is a popular base for exploring Istria.
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Best time to visit: May – June or September
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All highlights and sightsBeta
- Euphrasian Basilica and its Byzantine mosaics
- Poreč Old Town and the Decumanus
- Marafor Square and the Roman temples
- Plava Laguna and Zelena Laguna beaches
- Lim Fjord(Day trip)
- St Nicholas Island by boat
- Hilltop towns of Motovun and Grožnjan(Day trip)
- Round Tower and Pentagonal Tower
- Baredine Cave(Day trip)
- Seafront promenade and sunsets
- Istrian wine and olive oil tastings(Day trip)
- Istrian Parliament Hall
- Catamaran to Venice (May - September)(Day trip)
- Poreč Heritage Museum