Each year, a number of interesting regattas are held in Rovinj, the traditional ones are Pesaro – Rovinj – Pesaro, Chioggia – Rovinj – Chioggia, Cup Rovinja, and the Regatta with lug sail. Beside the above stated, on the occasion of celebrating the feast of St. Euphemia, the Rovinj Sailing Club organizes the optimist class […]
These natural landscapes belong to the category of ‘landscapes of outstanding value’. One should not be surprised to learn this, as the indented coast, holm oak, Alpine and Bruce pine forests and the special agricultural spaces amaze and capture by their beauty and level of preservation. This ‘landscape of outstanding value’ stretches from St. John’s […]
Unique and architecturally preserved old town, a romantic Mediterranean landscape, rich cultural and historical heritage…, these are just some of the reasons why Rovinj is an ideal destination for your romantic vacation. If you wish to take a walk through the old part of town, watch the sunset, enjoy a stroll through a hundred-year-old Zlatni […]
Rovinj cuisine is based on seafood which used to be caught by locals who set out to the open sea in batanas. In order to preserve the tradition of typical Rovinj cookery, the Batana House Eco Museum published The Traditional Rovinj Cuisine Cookbook. This thirty-page book contains fifteen traditional recipes, ranging from recipes for appetizers […]
Rovinj is the ideal destination for an active holiday, healthcare and relaxation. Thanks to the mild Mediterranean climate, numerous parks, beaches, as well as walking and bike trails, Rovinj is the perfect choice for mental and physical care and relaxation. The protected “Zlatni rt” forest park, extending over 54 hectares and situated in the immediate […]
BATANA FLATBOATS AND BITINADA SONGS Life in Rovinj has always been inextricably linked to the sea. The town’s centuries-old fishing tradition has been preserved until today, as the harmony between the citizens living in the old town and the coastal Adriatic landscape became symbolized by the batana. The batana is a wooden flatboat of 4-6 […]
Our ancestors of course used the ingredients that they found nearby: fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, fruit, fresh herbs and spices from their own gardens or friends’ and relatives’ gardens. It is this tradition that the local master chefs strive to preserve. Their culinary art is a fusion of Mediterranean and Istrian cuisine that strengthens one’s […]
Nowadays, the salt pans exist only in Strunjan and Sečovlje. Besides these, also considered to be a part of the coastal marsh wetlands are the Strunjan lagoons (Stjuža and Pretočna), both of the Fiesa lakes, the Škocjan marshes and the delta of the Rižana River. All the Slovenian coastal wetlands are thus the work of […]
Discover the hidden corners of maritime settlements and villages on the hills. Take one step and you will find yourself in the unspoiled nature of Fiesa, where you will be charmed by two freshwater lakes. From there, you can stroll to Strunjan Nature Park, where there are the preserved remains of salt pans and the only sea lagoon […]
One of the most photogenic cities in the Mediterranean, Piran has preserved its unsurpassed charm. Enter the picturesque Piran, get to know its rich history and culture, and listen to the stories of our people. The proximity to the sea and the rich history, which is mirrored in the architecture, draw magical scenes. In Piran, you […]
Portorož has been known as a health resort since the 13th century, when monks from the Monastery of St. Lawrence treated people with seawater and brine. Beneficial effects in diseases like rheumatism, dropsy, scrofulous, obesity and wounds were recognised in near and far surroundings. In our spa and wellness centres, you can renew your energy throughout […]
Portorož & Piran are the centre of an incredible part of the Mediterranean on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula. Portorož, a city with a holiday atmosphere, lies in a leeward bay and has a very pleasant climate due to its proximity to the sea. The neighbouring, ancient city of Piran is one of […]