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Poreč mosaic
Poreč is nicknamed "the city of mosaics" because of the wealth of the mosaics that have been uncovered and are protected here, some of which date from the 4th century. The most well-known mosaics are on the walls of the Euphrasius Basilica from the 6th century. Take home an original souvenir from Poreč, a replica of one of the Poreč mosaics. |
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Bukaleta
A bukaleta is an earthenware jug, most often painted with motifs of grapes and grape leaves and inscribed with sayings about wine. When company gathers, Istrians most happily drink wine from a bukaleta. In addition, they also use it to drink Istrian soup, mildly warmed red wine, usually teran or borgonja, to which a slice of freshly baked bread, a few drops of olive oil, a little sugar, and ground pepper is added. |
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Kažun
All along the fields of Istria, especially in its southern part, you can see Istrian kažuni, which are small field shelters built of stone without any mortar. The kažun once served as a shelter and a place for storing tools and for watching over the fields and the vines just before the harvest, when the crop became the target of thieves. Today, many people build kažuni in their gardens at home as a symbol of Istrian tradition. Make a loved one happy with a miniature kažun that you can find in the souvenir shop in the center of Poreč. |
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Truffles
Truffles are a rare and extremely valuable mushroom that you can enjoy year-round in Istria. This famous aphrodisiac with an intense, one-of-a-kind fragrance has been the unquestioned king of the culinary art from the tables of the ancient Romans until today. Although truffles can be enjoyed in many Istrian restaurants in combination with a variety of dishes and side dishes, true gastronomes say that the truffle gives its maximum only when it plays the main role on the plate. |
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Lavander
Lavander is a plant known for its medicinal characteristics. It adorns many parts of Istria with its color and fragrance. Even the ancient Romans were accustomed to adding lavander to their baths, while the ancient Greeks most frequently used it for medicinal purposes. Take with you essential oil of lavander or a small, fragrant bag of dried lavander that will remind you of your vacation in Istria. |
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Wine
If you travel on wine roads of Istria, you will get to know the area in a completely new way. Try the indigenous Istrian wine varieties rubin, red teran and yellow-gold malvazija. Of course, you can also try the other world-renowned wine varieties that thrive in Istria like muškat, pinot, refoška, cabernet sauvignon, and merlot, and make a loved one happy with a bottle of wine from one of the famous Istrian vineyards. |