...
Skip links

Where to stay in Croatia? Try Istria and you won't regret

Where to stay in Croatia: First, look a bit at its history

Istria is full of surprises and has a rich history. Before the Roman Empire occupied Istria, the regions of Croatia, Bosnia, Herzegovina, Slovenia, Montenegro, Serbia and Albani were inhabited by the Illyrian tribes. Illyrian is a name given by the Greeks to this ancient tribe that moved through the Adriatic shoreline.

 

Roman Empire

After the Illyrians, the Roman Empire arrived. In 178 and 177 BC, what is now known as Pula, used to be a Roman port that gradually spread its influence over the towns of Istria.

Most of Istria’s major buildings were constructed during the Roman Empire period, that is why the style of these buildings such as Amphitheatre and Forum are clearly Roman. Istria was in fact considered one province of Italy, but that lasted only until the empire did.

 

<<CONTINUE TO READ>>

Leave a comment

This website uses cookies to improve your web experience.

Reset password

Enter your email address and we will send you a link to change your password.

Get started with your account

to save your favourite homes and more

Sign up with email

Get started with your account

to save your favourite homes and more

By clicking the «SIGN UP» button you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Create an agent account

Manage your listings, profile and more

By clicking the «SIGN UP» button you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Create an agent account

Manage your listings, profile and more

Sign up with email
en_USEnglish

NEW PROJECT COMING SOON!

NEW MODERN VILLAS WITH A SPECTACULAR SEA VIEW

full rental management service available!

Reserve a villa in the new Candy Brick project in Istria!