Pruga

Central & Eastern Istria


In the village of Lovrinići, 8km south of Pazin, this is a lovely rustic choice for a quiet getaway. Choose one of two beautifully renovated apartments in a traditional limestone Istrian house, each with original details and fully equipped kitchens. Breakfast of local cheese, homemade jams and cakes is served outside among fruit trees.


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1. Pazin Chasm

2.71 MILES

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2. Castle

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Looming over the chasm, Pazin’s castle is the largest and best-preserved medieval structure in all of Istria. First mentioned in AD 983, the castle has…

3. Morosini-Grimani Castle

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The northern part of the main square is occupied by this beautiful 13th-century fortified palace. Its present appearance, including its towers, are a…

4. Church of the Annunciation

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This 16th-century parish church on the east side of the main square has a Renaissance facade made of local cut stone, and five elaborate Venetian marble…

5. Motovun: A History in Motion

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6. Church of St Stephen

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7. Town Walls

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8. St Jerome's Chapel

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