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La Grotta Gigante

Trieste

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La Grotta Gigante

This cave is a spectacular jewel of natural phenomena. It was discovered in 1840, and opened to the public in 1908. An indeed unusual excursion into what looks like another world.

Useful Information

  • Address: Borgo Grotta Gigante 42/a, Trieste
  • Email: info@grottagigante.it
  • Phone: +39 040 327 312
  • More Info: www.grottagigante.it
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Do & See

Trieste’s city centre offers a nice walk among criss-cross roads in the Borgo Teresiano part of town, while taking in the many elegant Neo-classical buildings that define the city’s architecture. Situated by the sea front, the city holds some gorgeous scenery, which can be experienced when visiting the Castle of Miramare.

Piazza Unità d'Italia Copyright: John W. Schulze
Piazza Unità d'Italia
This is one of the largest and certainly most beautiful squares facing the sea in Europe, in the very heart of the city. Looking at the sea, on your right you will find Palazzo Modello, Casa Stratti and Palazzo del Governo. On your left, you will see Palazzo Pitteri and Palazzo del Lloyd Triestino. …
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Teatro Romano Copyright: stefano Merli
Teatro Romano
The Roman Theatre was built between the first and second century AD, on behalf of Quinto Petronio Modesto from Trieste and it can hold about 6,000 spectators. The statues that adorned the theatre are now preserved in the Town …
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Cattedrale di San Guisto Martire Copyright: stefano Merli
Cattedrale di San Guisto Martire
Trieste Cathedral's main feature is a large 14th-century Gothic rose window and central location. There are three entrance portals, decorated with Roman material. To the side stands the 14th-century bell tower built in large blocks and decorated with a Romanesque style border and Gothic relief work depicting San Giusto, the city’s patron …
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Civico Museo del Mare Copyright: PerseoMedusa/Shutterstock.com
Civico Museo del Mare
This museum provides an interesting opportunity to get an overview of the history of Trieste as a city born of the sea. In connection to that, a comprehensive exhibition of reproductions of different types of ships and means of …
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Castello di Miramare Copyright: Davide Oliva
Castello di Miramare
In 1855, the Archduke Massimiliano of Hapsburgs built this palace and lived here with his wife Carlotta del Belgio, until 1864. Though beautiful, this castle holds a tormented story behind it: Massimiliano was killed in Mexico in 1867, and Charlotte died insane in a Belgian castle, sixty years later. The Duke of Aosta, who …
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Castello di Duino Copyright: usto
Castello di Duino
At the end of the Rilke path, you will find the Castello Vecchio (10th-11th century), which survives today as the ruins of a tower and an arch. The Castello Nuovo is today a group of buildings of different ages, with a central courtyard and surrounded by a beautiful …
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Sentiero Rilke Copyright: manuel.comis
Sentiero Rilke
Sentiero Rilke is one of the most enchanting paths in Carso, a wonderful walk starting from Sistiana and leading to the castle of Duino along white cliffs. Named after Rainer Maria Rilke, the famous poet from Prague, who loved walking …
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La Grotta Gigante Copyright: Forumblog
La Grotta Gigante
This cave is a spectacular jewel of natural phenomena. It was discovered in 1840, and opened to the public in 1908. An indeed unusual excursion into what looks like another …
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Golfo di Trieste Copyright: Daniele Dalledonne
Golfo di Trieste
Enjoy the lovely views of Gulf of Trieste with its deep blue waters. On a warm day you can enjoy a picnic …
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Teatro Verdi Copyright: magalibobois
Teatro Verdi
Take an evening and visit the lovely Teatro Verdi for an opera or theatre experience. Have a look at their website to see what is on while you are …
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Strada Vicentina Copyright: pcruciatti/Shutterstock.com
Strada Vicentina
Take a walk along these beautiful trails with gorgeous panoramic views. Following the main trail will take you about 1.5-2 h, so bring comfortable …
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Civico Museo Sartorio Copyright: Tiesse
Civico Museo Sartorio
This lovely home is a contribution from the Costantinide family because of the legacy of Anna Segre Sartorio. Inside you will find furniture from the rococo and neo-gothic …
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INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory Copyright: Vadim Sadovski/Shutterstock.com
INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory
INAF Trieste Astronomical Observatory was founded by the Empress Maria Theresia of Austria and dates back to 1753. This Astronomical Observatory is a great place to visit if you love …
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Golf Club Copyright: Krzysztof Urbanowicz
Golf Club
Take the chance and play some golf under the Trieste sun at this 18-hole course. They have a practice area which can be used even on a rainy …
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