Historic and religious sites in Istria County

Historic & Religious Highlights

Discover Pula’s historic and religious landmarks, featuring Roman-era structures like the well-preserved Temple of Augustus and the triumphal Arch of the Sergi. Explore medieval forts and Venetian fortifications that highlight centuries of military architecture, alongside iconic churches such as the Basilica of St. Euphemia, reflecting the region’s diverse cultural and spiritual heritage.

Historic & Religious Highlights — Map

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Roman Twin gates

The Dvojna vrata is a Roman city gate located in Pula, Croatia. It was built during the late 2nd century.

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Arch of the Sergi

Arch of the Sergii is an Ancient Roman triumphal arch located in Pula, Croatia.

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Temple of Augustus

The Temple of Augustus is a well-preserved Roman temple in the city of Pula, Croatia.

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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.

E

Mletačka utvrda

Venetian fortress and cultural monument in Pula, representing historic military architecture.

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Fort Verudella

19th-century coastal fortification overlooking Pula Bay.

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Fort Turtian

19th-century fortification part of Pula’s defensive system.

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Utrdba Marija Luisa - Muzil / Utvrda Marie Louise

Fortress complex located on the Muzil peninsula near Pula.

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crkva sv. Marije

Ruins of a historic church dedicated to St. Mary.

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Roman mosaic, around 3. century A.D

Roman-era mosaic near Pula’s small ancient theatre.

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Gate of Hercules

Ancient city gate named after the mythological hero Hercules.

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Fort Giorgio

Ruined fortification within Pula’s historic defensive network.

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Batterie Zonchi

Ruins of a castle fortress located near Pula.

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Palim borcima i žrtvama fašističkog terora 1956

Monument commemorating victims of fascist terror from 1956.

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Byzantine castrum

Archaeological site of a Byzantine military camp.

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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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