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Grožnjan

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Grožnjan
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“Grožnjan is a settlement and a municipality in Croatia. It is part of Istria County, which takes up most of the Istrian peninsula. Around 36% of the municipality's population is Italian.”
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National GeographicJul 26

Why Poreč is Croatia’s most underrated Adriatic escape

With Roman streets, glittering Byzantine mosaics and one of Croatia's finest food scenes, Poreč is the Adriatic escape that still flies under the radar.

11 things in this story
  • Euphrasian BasilicaPlace of worshipUNESCO-listed, renowned for glittering gold mosaics.
  • Marafor SquareSightOnce the Roman forum, has fragments of an ancient temple.
  • Temple of NeptuneAttractionFragments of columns and pediment are free to view.
  • Sveti NikolaPlacePine-covered island across the Adriatic.
  • Jaz by Ana RošRestaurantContemporary regional flavours, shareable menu.
  • SpinnakerRestaurantSeasonal tasting menus featuring Istrian produce.
  • Purobeach PorečPlaceMediterranean dining, sea views, poolside relaxation.
  • MotovunSightIn ancient times, both Celts and Illyrians built their fortresses at the location of present-day Motovun.
  • GrožnjanSightIt is part of Istria County, which takes up most of the Istrian peninsula.
  • DecumanusSight
  • Cardo MaximusSight
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More sights in PorečDecumanusCardo MaximusEuphrasian BasilicaMarafor SquareTemple of NeptuneMotovun
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