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Labin
| | | Labin lies at the southeast of Istria. The nearest harbor Rabac is 5 km away. This town, founded in the early medieval period, consists of two parts, the old town on the hilltop and the new part. Walking the streets of the old town is like visiting a museum: the city gate is from the 15th century, palaces are decorated in a Rennaisance style, while the Baroque facades are decorated with aristocratic families' coats of arms. Due to its rich cultural heritage Labin is ideal for guests interested in art and history, not looking only for sun and sea. The old town has a great view of Rabac, Kvarner, Gorski kotar and Velebit. The nearby bay of Prklog has been proclaimed a protected area due to its beauty. The wooded hills and valleys surrounding Labin are a great place for hunting.
We recommend: The City Museum / the Memorial Collection of Matija Vlacic Ilirik / the medieval town of Barban
How to get there: 42 km north of Pula, or 60 km south of Rijeka, on the Rijeka-Labin-Pula road.
Did you know: Labin was the coal mining center of Istria / Labin is the birthplace of Matija Vlacic Ilirik, protestant philosopher and writer, professor of theology at European universities in the 16th century and one of Luther's most prominent associates / Labin is the best preserved acropolis city in Istria and is a unique example of acropolis architecture / the surroundings of Labin are frequently visited by hunters |
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