PIRAN - the pearl of Slovenian Coast
When you once come to Piran you want to come back. The smell of the sea, seagulls, sea food at Pavel's restaurant... enjoy walking thru narrow streets, listen to winds ...
It is located on the peninsula that is the westernmost part of Slovenia.This tiny,little town attracts people from all over the world with its mediterranean architecture made of stone - the shining marble of Tartini Square, the cloister of the Minorite monastery.The town is encircled by city walls .Piran is a wonderful example of medieval street layout and architecture. The old town in built following a star-like pattern, and every main street originates from the same square at the centre of town.
The first walls were built in the 7th century, extended in the 12th century, and achieved their present appearance in the 16th century as protection against Turkish raiders.
Cape Madona Nature Monument (at Piran Punta) represents one of the most distinct, accessible and endangered (fishing, recreation) parts of the Slovene coastal waters with its extremely diverse animal and plant life.
PORTOROŽ- the glimps of the sea
Taking a walk down to portoroz is a nice option when in Piran.The town is just 2 kilometersd away from Piran and you can walk along the sea on walking paths all the way to Portoroz,a touristy beach town and a modern style holiday resort.
Portoroz is the most vivid and worldly Slovenian tourist centre of Slovenian coast. Development of this tourist site started in 19th century when wholesome of mud from the nearby saltpans was discovered. This place is interesting in every season of the year - tourist infrastructure is very high developed. Fairy countryside with pleasant climate, many modern hotels, swimming baths with salt water, casino... are a good base for a rest.
You can easily take a tour/ride on one of the two boats offered. different trips will take you to different places naturally.The boat trip offers a great view of the slovenian, italian and croatian coast lines