Pula

Pula, a city on the Istrian peninsula, offers a variety of attractions to cultural enthusiasts. A rich itinerary through Pula's three-thousand-year past, which is confirmed at every step in the old town center, begins and ends with the Roman amphitheater. The modern development encourages numerous guests to visit and enjoy numerous festivals, events, beautiful beaches and superb indigenous delicacies. One of the most attractive beaches in Pula is the pebble beach Ambrela, which is located in the tourist area of Verudela. The blue flag flies on this beach, and due to the gentle entrance to the sea and the dense pine forest, it is ideal for families with small children. On the beach it is possible to rent sunbeds, umbrellas, pedal boats and other equipment for various sports. Pula is an unmissable destination for all gourmets. The influence of Italian cuisine is felt in every bite of Pula's delicacies. The cuisine is based on fish specialties, so it is definitely recommended to try lasagna with lobster or monkfish with polenta, which is considered a specialty of Istrian cuisine. Istrian prosciutto and the traditional frittata dish or omelet made with wild asparagus or wild herbs are also unavoidable. Pula restaurants will offer you fugues or gnocchi with truffles, a rare and expensive mushroom that grows underground in the heart of Istria. An ideal destination for a day trip is Brijuni National Park, which is 7 km away from Pula. Brijuni can be reached by boat from Fažana. The boats run every day, and the ride takes about 15 minutes.