Cruises from Porec
Porec is a town and municipality on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula, Croatia. Given the town’s long history, a visit to the old town is a must, due to its numerous historical sites, particularly the 6th century Euphrasian Basilica which is wonderfully preserved and is well known for its beautiful gold mosaics. The Basilica is really a collection of various buildings, including a baptistry and the Bishop’s Palace. The Basilica was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997.
Read moreMarafor Square is where a Roman forum was once situated, and parts of two temples – to Neptune and Mars – can still be seen there. North of Marafor Square the once Parliament Buildings, now a museum, can be found. These were converted from a Franciscan church that was built in the 13th and 14th centuries.
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