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The Arena

Pula

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The Arena

Built during the reign of Emperor Vespasian in the 1st century AD, for an audience of 22,000, Pula’s three-storey Roman amphitheatre is one of the best preserved in the world and the sixth largest in existence. Every year, the arena plays host to Pula’s annual summer festival which brings in famous names from across the globe.

Useful Information

  • Address: Scalierova ulica 30, Pula
  • Phone: +385 52 219 028
  • Opening House: www.ami-pula.hr

Do & See

Pula offers a mixture of attractions for those interested in culture and history. Here you can see beautiful attractions like the Roman Amphitheatre, Ancient Cathedral, Old Town and the Temple of Augustus. Pula also offers fun family entertainment like the Aquarium with open tank with all kind of sea life. A great tourist asset is Pula’s 190 kilometre of coastline with crystal clear sea and beaches that suit everyone´s needs. If you would like to go for a short trip then Brijuni National Park is a great choose, located in an island close to Pula.

Triumphal Arch of the Sergii Copyright: Nick Kane/unsplash.com
Triumphal Arch of the Sergii
The Arch of Sergius (also referred to as the Golden Gate of Pula) commemorates the Sergii, one of the most influential families in the early Roman colony. The arch stood behind the original naval gate of the city and was paid for by the wife of Lepidus, Salvia Postuma. Their names are carved in …
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Aquarium Pula Copyright: Odd Wellies/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
Aquarium Pula
Pula’s ever-popular aquarium occupies the floor of the city’s 14th-century AustroHungarian fortress. Highlights of the aquarium include the large sea water tanks that contain representatives of North Adriatic flora and fauna and a massive open tank that contains dogfish, sea urchins, crabs and star fish. Visitors can also take a boat ride to get …
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The Temple of Augustus Copyright: Josep Renalias/Wikimedia Commons
The Temple of Augustus
Located in the forum, this temple is dedicated to the Roman Emperor Augustus, and was built between the 2 BC and 14 AD, during the reconstruction of the colony. Having served a variety of different functions in its long history, including storing grain and as a church, the statuesque building is now used to …
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The Franciscan Church and Monastery Copyright: Jean Plancon/CC BY-SA 2.5/Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
The Franciscan Church and Monastery
Perched on the hill between the Forum and the upper part of the city, you will find the 14th-century church and monastery of St Francis of Assisi. Now used to house a remarkable collection of stone monuments and copies of Istrian frescoes, the church also hosts classical music concerts in the summer …
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Brijuni National Park Copyright: David Lukšić/CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikimedia Commons
Brijuni National Park
A short trip out of Pula takes you to the acclaimed Brijuni National Park. This archipelago of islands has long been noted for its outstanding natural beauty and are edged with turquoise waters rich in sea life. A favourite haunt of visiting heads of state and the summer residence of Marshal Tito, from 1949 …
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The Cathedral Copyright: Georg Karl Ell/CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikimedia Commons
The Cathedral
This ancient religious edifice is formed of an eclectic mix of architectural styles, reflecting the many changes it has undergone in its lengthy history. You can still see some of the 4th century remains on the outside of the church, from a time when the area was used as a refuge by Christians in …
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Archaeological Museum of Istria Copyright: Orlovic/CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
Archaeological Museum of Istria
The main entrance to the Archaeological Museum of Istria (Arheoloski Muzej Istre) is actually one of the original gates that served as an entry point into the old Roman town. The museum carries a fascinating range of archaeological artefacts from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages from the region. You will find architectural highlights …
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The Arena Copyright: Niels Bosman/unsplash.com
The Arena
Built during the reign of Emperor Vespasian in the 1st century AD, for an audience of 22,000, Pula’s three-storey Roman amphitheatre is one of the best preserved in the world and the sixth largest in existence. Every year, the arena plays host to Pula’s annual summer festival which brings in famous names from across …
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Lighting Giants Copyright: Christoph Sammer/cc-by-2.0/Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
Lighting Giants
"Lighting Giants", Pula's new attraction since 2014, is a unique project in the world of lighting cranes of an operating shipyard, with sophisticated remote control system of lighting and scenography, and can be illuminated with 16 thousand different colour combinations. Enjoy this spectacular show and lighting display every evening on the hour from dusk …
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