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Motovun Croatia
Motovun is a village in central Istria, in the district Poreč in Croatia.
HistoryMotovun is a medieval...
Motovun is a village in central Istria, in the district Poreč in Croatia.
HistoryMotovun is a medieval town that grew up on the site of an ancient city called Kastelijer. In the 10th and 11th centuries it belonged to the Bishop of Poreč. From 1278 it was taken over by Venice and surrounded by solid walls which are still intact today, and used as a walkway with unique views over the four corners of Istria.
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Omišalj Krk island
Omišalj - a small town and port on the northwestern island of Krk, spread over the plateau above Omišalj Gulf.
Natural...Omišalj - a small town and port on the northwestern island of Krk, spread over the plateau above Omišalj Gulf.
Natural sightsIn Omišalj Gulf are natural stone, pebble and sandy beaches and places. Some have modified concrete deck and lawn for sunbathing (beach Pesja).
AttractionsThe town is visited by those who prefer cheaper prices and less traffic beaches. The most important monument is the Romanesque church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Stomarina), enlarged in the 16th century. On the town square there is a house with balcony from the 16th century. There are held concerts and various cultural events. Narrow streets with beautiful corners worth a stroll.
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Zadar Paklenica
Zadar is a city in Croatia on the Adriatic Sea. It is the centre of Zadar county and the wider northern...
Zadar is a city in Croatia on the Adriatic Sea. It is the centre of Zadar county and the wider northern Dalmatian region.
HistoryZadar is a historical center of Dalmatia as well as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Zadar. Zadar is the fifth largest city in Croatia and the second largest in Dalmatia. Zadar gained its urban structure in Roman times; during the time of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus, the town was fortified and the city walls with towers and gates were built.
SightsOn the western side of the town were the forum, the basilica and the temple, while outside the town were the amphitheatre and cemeteries. The aqueduct which supplied the town with water is partially preserved. Inside the ancient town, a medieval town had developed with a series of churches and monasteries being built. Paklenica National Park is situated about 47 km northeast from Zadar and is good known for two canyons.
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