Rovinj

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View of port town and tower of Saint Euphemia's basilica at dusk.

View of port town and tower of Saint Euphemia's basilica at dusk.

Why visit Rovinj

Rovinj (Rovigno in Italian) is coastal Istria’s star attraction. While it can get overrun with tourists in summer and there aren't a lot of actual sights, it remains an intensely charming place. The old town is contained within an egg-shaped peninsula, webbed with steep cobbled streets and small squares, and punctuated by a tall church tower rising from the highest point. Originally an island, it was only connected to the mainland in 1763 when the narrow channel separating it was filled.

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