Legendary
Sight
Euphrasian Basilica
A 6th-century Byzantine basilica glowing with golden mosaics.
Photo: Shesmax / CC BY-SA 3.0
Photo: Fr0nt / CC BY-SA 3.0
Why it is worth your time
Špadići lines the shore north of the centre, a stretch that trades the old town bustle for more room to spread out. It draws a steady mix of locals and visitors staying in the resorts nearby. Facilities are simple, so it suits travellers happy to bring their own towel and shade.
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Hidden gem
Sight
Rt Zub Lighthouse
A lighthouse on the Lanterna peninsula, on the western coast of Istria.
Hidden gem
Sight
Rimska vila na Lorunu
An archaeological site near Poreč that speaks of the area's distant past.
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