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Porec Old Town

Porec, Croatia
Ranked #1 of 10 attractions in Porec
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It has character and charm. Very clean with good walking areas. Book excursions direct at the harbour. Follow the costal path to the blue and green lagoon and you can catch the tourist train back.

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Solihull
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

So many little roads to explore shops not filled with 'tacky' goods and no hassle from restaurants

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doncaster
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

the buildings here are a history lesson dating back to the 1st century. A wonderful place to visit just spoiled by a few tacky souvenir and t-shirt shops.

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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Beautiful, well worth a visit, explore the old cobbled streets, eat the deliciuos ice creams and sit in the square and have abeer/coffee.

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Dubai
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

I've been surprised to see all the stores closed except the souvenirs (well, same things everywhere in all the stores) during the day and even the restaurants for a long "siesta". Otherwise, great cobbled streets, cute houses, feeling of the old city is still there even with too much tourists roaming around

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Trieste, Italy
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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I would strongly suggest a stroll down Decumanus street and in the side streets. Don't forget to look up because the palaces with Venetian facades are surprisingly beautiful. Climb up the Eufraziana church tower. Best visited not in August, when it is overcrowded. Enjoy!

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Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

In my continuing quest to visit the significant cities of the Venician Republic I find myself in Parenzo. The city is beautiful!! Small quaint with a strong Istrian flavor. Possible to speak Italian or English everywhere. Beautiful landscaping abounds and the prices are right. Highly recommend a trip to Brijuni (Tito's private island).. Impressive, let's just say not all socialists... More

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Vicenza Italy
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Definitely worth a walk thru the old town of Porec' (or Parenzo). Much to see and do.. Dont waste time or money visiting the Acquarium, but do visit the church.

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Maribor, Slovenia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

All Istrian towns have their own charm. From Piran, which i like the most, Poreč and Rovinj are splendid and colorful...using the boat ride to enter the city is unique!!!

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Keighley
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012
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Nice place to visit, good atmosphere, nice people and some good historical buildings

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