Euphrasius brought the spirit of Byzantium to Poreč and thus gave the town new political and cultural orientation. The bishop’s initials inscribed in many of the mosaics have made him immortal. They are considered a valuable example of Byzantine art. The Euphrasius’ mosaics which decorate the facade and the interior of the cathedral attract the most attention. And, what is now known as Poreč, was in the 6th century the Roman city of Parentium. At that time, Bishop Euphrasius was serving under Roman Emperor Justinian. He built the complex in the 6th century, on the site of an earlier church. The basilica was named after Euphrasius, Bishop of Poreč. The complex includes atrium, baptistery, bishop’s palace, Byzantine mosaics, and remains of sacral buildings dating from the 3rd to the 4th centuries. The basilica complex is the best-preserved complex of early-Christian architecture in the world. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1997, the Euphrasian Basilica is the most valuable cultural monument in Poreč. The town’s historic center is full of cultural events and artsy souvenir shops, as well as lovely shops with local products. The original orthogonal set of streets, with beautiful Venetian palaces, has been preserved until today. Here, you can also enjoy the sights of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. The most notable record of this era is the magnificent Euphrasian Basilica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The former Roman colony reached its peak during the Byzantine reign. Poreč is a place of rich cultural heritage. These are the acropolis towns such as Grožnjan, Motovun, or Hum, which is also known as the smallest town in the world. But there are also several lovely towns located in the inland of the peninsula. The most well-known cities of Istria are those on the coast – Pula, Rovinj, and Poreč. Along with the rich history and beautiful sea and nature, Istria is full of lovely little towns built in stone. This left a great mark on the architecture of the peninsula, as well as on the people of Istria. It is known as Little Italy because, for many years, Istria was under Italian rule. The hotel staff speaks English, German, Italian, Croatian.Istria is the largest Croatian peninsula and the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea. Private parking is possible on site at EUR 3 per day. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free. A wellness area will surely help you switch off. Valamar Parentino Porec offers mountain biking, windsurfing and lawn tennis as well as boat hire services. Leisure & BusinessĪn extra charge applies to a tennis court and a swimming pool. This accommodation features a restaurant nearby, where guests can enjoy a variety of European cuisine. There is a restaurant serving Croatian dishes on site. The à la carte Trattoria La Pentola restaurant in Valamar Parentino offers dishes for dinner. Eat & Drinkīreakfast is served in the restaurant. A shower provided on the an individual balcony will add more comfort to your stay. This property welcomes guests to 230 rooms, some of which comprise a balcony and a terrace, and offer such self-catering options as a mini-fridge-bar. Thanks to a location at the edge of a ferry port, the accommodation is well-connected with other parts of Porec. Valamar Parentino Hotel is situated at walking distance to Spadici. Also, this property is scattered around a main restaurant and local bars. A 15-minute walk from the hotel will get you to the heart of Porec. Situated in pine trees and woods, the accommodation is nearly a 9-minute walk from Tequila Beach.
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