Traditionally the centre of public life, this pretty little square is constantly abuzz with chatter from its many cafe-bars. The western side is dominated by the late-Renaissance City Guard building, dating from 1562; the clock tower was added under the Austrian administration in 1798. Public proclamations and judgments were announced from the loggia opposite (1565), which is now an art-exhibition space.
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This modest archway is the city's most important gate as it is the main tourist entrance from the handy footbridge across the harbour.
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This humble gate is handy for reaching the ferries and excursion boats that line the harbour here.
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