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The popular summer resort of Poreč, located on the coast of the Istrian Peninsula, delights visitors not only with its Adriatic beaches but also with its historic old town and the Euphrasian Basilica (dating from the 6th century). It is the city’s most significant landmark and, not surprisingly, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Italian name Parenzo for Poreč immediately suggests that this charming little town has Roman origins. It was not until the Gothic conquest that the centuries-long golden age of Colonia Julia Parentium came to an end.

It was the first town in Istria to join the Venetian Republic in 1267. This led to an influx of Venetian merchants and traders, who gave Poreč its current, typically Venetian townscape.

The church tower in Poreč, viewed from the east

Weekly Market

in Poreč

Almost everyday	It’s market day every day in Poreč. Fruit and vegetable market at Trg Rakovca Square
Monday	Farmers’ market in the city center, Monday through Friday
Thursday	Also market day
Sunday	Flea market

Panorama of the Bell Tower, © Hartmut M. Voit

Basilica of St. Euphrasius

in Poreč

The basilica dates back to the 6th century, is adorned with beautiful gold mosaics, and is one of Croatia’s most significant religious buildings. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997.

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The street layout of the charming Old Town is based on the two main Roman streets, Decomanus (a promenade and shopping street) and Cardo, which run at right angles to each other. This is also where most of the historic buildings and sights are located.
At the eastern end of Decomanus, the Palazzo Sincic - which houses the Poreč Museum - is definitely worth a visit. Also worth seeing is the rectory of the Church of St. Francis with its Romanesque façade. From there, you can reach the uniquely beautiful Euphrasian Basilica.