Top landmarks in Istria County

Editor's Choice Highlights

This curated selection showcases Istria's rich cultural and historical heritage, featuring the UNESCO-listed Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč with its notable Byzantine mosaics, the medieval ruins of Dvigrad nestled in the Draga valley, and the ancient archaeological site of Monkodonja. The list also includes the prominent Church of St. Euphemia in Rovinj, a key Roman Catholic landmark, and Aquacolors Porec, a modern waterpark offering a contrast to the region’s historic sites.

Editor's Choice Highlights — Map

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Euphrasian Basilica

The Euphrasian Basilica or the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary is a Roman Catholic basilica in the Istrian town of Poreč,…

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Church of St. Euphemia, Rovinj

The Church of St. Euphemia, often known as the Basilica of St. Euphemia and by locals as the Church of St.

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Dvigrad

Dvigrad, is an abandoned medieval town in central Istria, Croatia. It is located in the Draga valley.

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Monkodonja

A memory of the region's earliest settlers. The remains of the ancient city are still impressive.

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Aquacolors Porec

Aquacolors is a waterpark near the town of Poreč in Croatia. Opened in May 2015, its construction covers 10 hectares and cost roughly 25…

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