The largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea, Istria is a must-see destination. The bucolic interior of rolling hills and fertile plains attracts artsy visitors to Istria’s hilltop villages, rural hotels and farmhouse restaurants, while the verdant indented coastline is enormously popular with the sun-and-sea set.
Istrian wineries
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Istria
Why you will love it
Istria's madly popular coast gets flooded with central European tourists in summer, but you can still feel alone and undisturbed in the peninsula's interior, even in mid-August. Add acclaimed gastronomy, starring fresh seafood, primium white truffles, wild asparagus, top-rated olive oils and award-winning wines, sprinkle it with historical charm and you have a little slice of heaven.

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Istria
Gastronomy
Istrian gastronomy faithfully reflects all of the historical, geographical and climatic characteristics of this area. Tumultuous past times considerably impacted the gastronomy as well. Various traditions are interlaced in the traditional cuisine, which is deeply rooted in nature itself; wild-growing plants, aromatic condiments, seasonal vegetables, sea fruits…

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How will Istria inspire you?
Everything is warm–hearted and friendly here: nature, the towns and the people.