Medulin – What to do on holiday?
Medulin is a small tourist town situated in the southern part of the Istrian peninsula in Croatia
. It is one of most famous tourist destinations in Croatia thanks to its long tradition in tourism, and climate benefits. Although it has rich cultural history Medulin today lives strictly of tourism. Its accommodation capacities are more then 5.000 beds, which is more then double of its inhabitants. Along with 18 camps in its surroundings, Medulin during tourist season have more then 10.000 people.This area has its first inhabitants since prehistoric times. Rich Romans built their villas and summer houses in this area which was well known for grape and olive oil. Remains of some of them are visible even these days.
In the tourist offer, except from standard clear sea, sun, and beautiful beaches, there are many of sport activities like diving (large number of sunken ships), football, cycling (one of most beautiful mountain bike trail in Croatia 60 kilometres long), tennis, horseback riding (two ranches), sailing, Windsurfing and Kite surfing.
During tourist season which are months (from June to September) Medulin offers many city events for its guests. Famous "Istra Gourmet" is daily presentation of typical Istrian products like truffles and products made od truffles,brady, wine, olive oil, honey, ham, ombolo and other meat delicacies.
There is also "Premantura IstraArt", exhibition of art works from Istrian artists like unique jewelry, pottery made on a potter's wheel, small-size paintings and terracotta relief. During whole summer there are also many concerts, pop and classical. Some of special events in Medulin include Vespa rally (race of popular Italian motorbikes) and Picigin Open (contest in special Croatian game named Picigin).
For younger generations and those who came to party in Croatia there are several discotheques and numerous cafs, while others can choose summer terraces with live music of different rhythms.
Accommodation in Medulin can be found in big and small hotels, camping sites and private apartments. There are more then 20 restaurants in Medulin (all of them offer fresh fish and local specialities) and more then 10 pizzerias. Big part of accommodation facilities is open even out of main season for business guests and those who prefer to travel during spring or fall months.
Closest airport to Medulin is one in Pula which is 10 kilometres far away. Medulin also has little sport airport.
Hope I interested you in this little tourist pearl in Croatia and that you will try to get more information, and eventually visit it.
Medulin What to do on holiday?
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