Rovinj, with its 22 islands and islets, is a place with a beautiful coastline, clean sea and an abundance of protected green areas
The Church of St. Euphemia, the symbol of Rovinj, is located at the highest point. 60-meter-high bell tower ending with a spire with the copper statue of St. Euphemia.
The Golden Cap is a nature park where countless dream beaches and fantastic cycling and hiking trails are located.
Rovinj also features a picturesque waterfront promenade.
Main Square & Clock Tower date back to 12th century. On the facade of the historic clock, you can still see the winged St. Mark’s lion, the trademark of Venice. Once a prison, the building now houses a currency exchange office and the city’s tourist information center.
Thanks to its rich historical and cultural heritage, the old town was declared a cultural monument in 1963.
The beautiful Baluota Beach directly below the historic walls of the city center.
The Rovinj Heritage Museum contains both contemporary art and collections of the old masters. Archaeological finds and old books, documents and photographs.
Have a Drink at the Mediterraneo Bar with views out to St. Catherine’s Island and the harbor.
As the sun begins to set over the charming port town of Rovinj, whispers of a mysterious legend still linger in the salty air. It is said that long ago, there was a young girl named Mila who lived in a small fishing village just outside of town. Mila was known throughout the village for her beauty, kindness, and her love of the sea.
One day, while out fishing with her father, Mila saw a group of handsome sailors approaching the shore. They had come from a distant land and were eager to explore the area. Among them was a dashing young man named Roko, and as soon as Mila laid eyes on him, she knew that he was the one for her.
Over the following days, Mila and Roko fell deeply in love, spending every moment together exploring the rugged coastline and the sparkling Adriatic Sea. But their happiness was short-lived, as Roko's ship was due to set sail once more.
Determined to stay together, Mila and Roko made a pact. They would meet every night at a secret cove just outside of town, where Roko would swim to shore to be with his love. They kept their promise for many months, until one stormy night when Roko was lost at sea, never to be seen again.
Heartbroken and inconsolable, Mila spent the rest of her life waiting for her beloved Roko to return. It is said that on quiet nights in Rovinj, you can still hear her soft voice calling out to him across the waves.
Today, the town of Rovinj is a popular destination for sailors and adventurers from all over the world. But for those who listen closely, the echoes of Mila's love story can still be heard in the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore.
