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The Pula amphitheater (or Pula Arena) is the most preserved Croatian monument of ancient Rome, and it is on the list of the top 10 largest preserved ancient amphitheaters in the world. The Pula amphitheater was built during the 1st century AD in several stages, and today’s appearance was formed in t...
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Pula is the largest city in Istria county, which is located on the southwest coast of the Istrian peninsula in a well-protected natural bay. It has about 55,000 residents. The history of the settlement of Pula and the surrounding area reaches far into the past, even to the 10th century BC. The first settlement was founded by the ancient Illyrian tribe Histri. From the 2nd century BC, Pula was ruled by the Romans and it was rapidly developing — many impressive buildings, temples and monuments were built during that time, and Pula was a very important trade and maritime centre of the northern Adriatic. During the Middle Ages the city slowly began declining and was looted several times. In the 19th century Pula returned its former glory, developing rapidly and becoming a major Austrian naval base and a major shipbuilding centre. Today besides shipbuilding and food processing industry, tourism is also developing in Pula. Tourists from around the world are attracted by rich historical heritage and beautiful surroundings full of small bays, beaches, and clear seawater.
From historical monuments, the Pula Arena (Roman amphitheatre) is the most visited city attraction — gladiator fights were held here, and today it is used for concerts, performances and festivals. The Temple of Augustus, Triumphal Arch (Golden Gate) and the Forum, the central square of classical and medieval Pula, all date back to Roman times. The city is full of cultural and entertainment events and summer concerts, so you will never be bored. For all event information, visit the official Pula tourist board website.
After visiting the historic centre, refreshment can be found on many beaches. We recommend the nearby Soline bay and Pješčana bay — beautiful pebble beaches with very clear water. The surrounding coastline is full of smaller coves, perfect for snorkelling and diving in the crystal-clear sea.
There is an interesting daily excursion to Brijuni National Park, which is just about half an hour by boat from Pula waterfront — you can also reach it easily from nearby Fažana. Visit this ancient city in Istria and spend your holiday in an excellent blend of preserved historical heritage, beautiful nature and the pleasant Mediterranean climate. Also explore the rest of Istria with its vineyards, olive groves and picturesque towns.
Accommodation can be found in hotels and campsites, but also many residents of Pula offer quality accommodation by the sea in apartments and rooms inside their homes. Find private accommodation in Pula and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Apartments, rooms and other tourist accommodation in Pula — welcome to Pula!
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