Blue Istria makes the eastern and western coast of Istria, comprised by a beautiful sea, beaches with amazing numerous bays, which brought to a development of tourism in Istria, and where most accommodation in Istria is located, such as hotels, apartments, private houses, residence, vacation villages, camping, bungalow, and others. Most structures offer sport amenities, a rich gastronomical offer, and a variety of other amusing contents.
Amphiteater in Pula
surely one of the most significant cultural and historical inheritance in Istria, from the Roman age. The amphiteater in Pula was built in the first century, from the time of the emperor Vespazijan, and by its size is the 6th in th World. During that time, the amphiteater was used as a theater for gladiator fights, whereas today it is used as stage for various cultural events, mostly concerts.
National park Brijuni
3 bigger and 12 smaller islands make the archipelago of Brijuni, located in the south-west coast of Istria. Brijuni are particular for their dense Mediterranean vegetation, and a safari park with inhabitated by rare animals. Furthermore, the islands of Brijuni have many archeological remains from the Roman, or more specifically the Byzantine, era. Because of its specificity, Brijuni was a tourist destination in the beginning of the 19th century for politicians and aristocrats. Today, Brijuni offers cultural events, such as opera in the open, and others.
