Poreč, a town-peninsula, situated in the middle of the Istrian coast and inhabited in the Antic times, is one of the most attractive and most visited tourist areas on the Adriatic today. Strolling through Poreč, you will sense the past casting glances at you from the windows of the ancient palaces, feel the Mediterranean scents spreading from the nearby restaurants and enjoy a preserved natural beauty. As a museum in itself, Poreč boasts with the unique cultural monuments dating from different periods of the rich European history.

Euphrasius Basilica with a diocese is the most important cultural monument built in the 6th century. Its mosaics, that cover the whole of the interior and the facade, are considered to be one of the most important work of Byzantine culture. In 1997 UNESCO added the whole complex onto the World Heritage list.
   
The Romanesque House on Marafor square, House of Two Saints and Canonica are three grand edifices that marked the era of Romanesque style in Poreč.
   
The Roman era literally engulfs the streets and squares – the two main streets even kept the same name they held 2000 years ago, Decumanus and Cardo Maximus. In their immediate vicinity one can find the remains of Mars' and Neptune's temple as well as a big square – forum.
   
Apart from being a historical postcard, Poreč's core is also a place of the most varied entertainment. Everyone can find their place here – fans of jazz, open-air concerts, classical and contemporary music – while relaxing with the Istrian wine or fruit cocktails.

You can also get to know Poreč's coast while riding a little tourist train. This way you will best absorb the beauty of the coast framed by pine and oak woods whose branches bend all the way down to the sea. Your eyes will rest on the views of bays and tiny peninsulas, as well as on St Nicholas – the most beautiful little island among many, situated directly opposite Poreč.


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