On the way to Pula, we passed Labin. Our guide told us the history about Labin which is a Croatian-speaking town and was a long time the center of Croatia’s largest coal mining district. In March and April 1921, the town was the scene of a miners' strike which quickly grew into an anti-fascist rebellion, considered to be the first of its kind, and the declaration of the short-lived Albona Republic.
We also passed by Raša which was built as a "new town" during 1936-1937 as part of Mussolini's urban colonization of Istria and other Italian territories.
Pula was a strategic port in ancient Roman times. It has a 2000-year old amphitheater which is the sixth largest of its kind still preserved.
We Also saw the 1st-century AD triumphal arch which is well-preserved ancient Roman structures called “Arch of the Serqii”. We took a group photo here.
We Also saw the 1st-century AD triumphal arch which is well-preserved ancient Roman structures called “Arch of the Serqii”. We took a group photo here.
The natural beauty of Pula's surrounding countryside and turquoise water of the Adriatic sea have made the city an internationally popular summer vacation destination.
Then we went to Rovinj, one of the most beautiful towns in Istria. We had some free time to explore the old town seeing its narrow lanes and shops.
Then we departed for Livade to visit the famous Zigante Restaurant for tasting the famous truffle. We learned a lot about the treasonous truffle in this area. We were told that this is the only area in Croatia having truffles and there are not too many places in the world having truffles. This was the first time we tried truffle. Honestly it does require some "getting used to" to enjoy the truffles.
We returned Opatija for overnight stay.
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