From its Roman amphitheatre and small thea- tre, Temple of Augustus and Arch of the Sergii, to Venetian palaces and many civil and military buildings constructed during Austro-Hungari- an rule, Pula’s history is showcased in numer- ous monuments that can be seen throughout the city. The coastal area in and around Pula hides some truly wonderful beaches. Whether you like pebble beaches within tourist resorts that also come with plenty of amenities, wild beach- es or sandy beaches that are a rarity in Croatia, Pula has you covered. There are many things to do during your Pula holidays, and lazing on the beach with a cocktail in hand isn't the only one. DON’T MISS 1. Constructed in the 1 st century AD, Pula’s Are- na once hosted gladiator contests. A unique feature of this arena compared to other amphi- theatres is that it has four rectangular towers. In its heyday it had four floors and could ac- commodate more than 20,000 spectators. 2. First opened in 1903, the Pula green market consists of two parts: a closed part where you’ll find a fish market, butchers, bars and the like; and an open market where you’ll find stalls of - fering fruits and vegetables. The beautiful mar- ket building, which is made of steel and glass, was completely renovated in 1997. 3. The unique Cvajner café bar is located in Pu- la’s main square – Forum. The stunning inte- rior boasts retro furniture and interesting art mounted on the walls. The exterior terrace is a perfect spot to enjoy Pula’s past and present, taking in views of the Temple of Augustus and watching the world pass by. 4. Located in a former military fortress on the Verudela Peninsula dating back to 1886, the Pula aquarium has over 100 tanks containing over 250 species of fish. The Pula aquarium al - so houses a sea turtle rescue centre. 5. Located in the western part of the city, the Pula Forum has been the central square since Roman times. Constructed in the 1 st century BC, it had all elements of a typical Roman Fo- rum: temples dedicated to Roman gods – in Pula's case Jupiter, Juno and Minerva – but al- so a temple dedicated to Roman emperor Au- gustus and the Temple of Diana. Pula’s Temple of Augustus is one of only five that remain ful - ly preserved.
Joy for lovers of culture
Pula is the largest city in Istria, while it differs completely from any other place you’ll encoun- ter along this Peninsula. With a long shipbuild- ing and maritime tradition, it has always had more of an industrial, urban atmosphere than the tourist vibe and dolce vita style common to other Istrian towns. With a mishmash of styles comprising Roman, Venetian, Austro-Hungar- ian and socialist architecture, this coastal city has plenty to offer… Pula is located at the southern tip of the Istri- an Peninsula and has some of the best beach- es in the region. The city also boasts a wealth of historical sites, including exquisite examples of Roman architecture, while its central mar- ket, constructed in late 19th century, is a beau- tiful example of Vienna Secession architecture.
Ne propustite Brione, jedan od najlepših nacionalnih parkova u Hrvatskoj sa safarijem Don’t miss out on the Brijuni National Park, which is one of the most beautiful in Croatia and has its own safari park
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