"Pula" Pula by lauriejeanne

Pula Travel Guide: 528 reviews and 1,230 photos

One morning, eager to explore, I took a bus from Opatija to Pula. The ride up the coastline was spectacular and I couldn't wait to see what magic the town of Pula would provide.

When I arrived at the station, however, I feared I had made a mistake. There was no magic, no beauty... neither buildings ancient and old and nor culture exciting and new. Here was only a beaten up bus station surrounded by neglected apartment buildings. Old men sat at an outdoor bar sipping heaven only knows what, and a police officer on a beer break drank his brew whilst eyeing me -- this strange foreigner -- up and down. It was time to split.

As I entered the town proper, the quality of architecture increased and while still not convinced there was much here for me to see, I was at least no longer afraid.

Ah -- but a very short walk later, my eyes were in for a real treat! Pula opens up quickly. Ancient temples, an amphitheater, ruins from civilisations past are at every corner. Yet the main promenade along the ocean is as modern and thriving as anyone could ask for.

Enter my travelogues and you can have a sneak preview!!!

Last visit to Pula: Jul 2000
Intro Updated Apr 17, 2003
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Reviews (8)

It's a bit out of the way... Transportation (1)

I took the bus up from Opatija. It's a windy trip and I was happy to leave the driving to someone else and just enjoy... more travel advice

Just Kidding! Restaurants (1)

...when worlds collide....! Ancient arches mix with golden arches. more travel advice

The Chapel of Santa Maria Formosa - Pula

The Chapel of Santa Maria Formosa Things to Do (5)

The Chapel of Santa Maria Formosa dates back to the 6th century. What stands out so much here is the pink coloured... more travel advice

The Temple of Augustus Things to Do (5)

2nd yr. BC -- 14th year AD more travel advice

What to Pack (1)
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canaglic May 5, 2003 at 2:51 PM

interesting city, old history, great buildings...nice pics :-))
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Tolik Dec 4, 2002 at 4:16 PM

Awesome travelogue pics!
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sandysmith Sep 13, 2002 at 2:08 PM

Rovinj is beautiful, thanks for the memories LJ
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MATIM Aug 3, 2002 at 2:16 PM

I was there last week, I liked the buildings
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matcrazy1 May 29, 2002 at 3:56 PM

Yes! The Amphitheatre looks great!
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Sweetberry1 May 2, 2002 at 3:57 PM

Woww..Great!!! My Dad`s stomping ground.. :)))
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bobodyda Apr 30, 2002 at 7:44 AM

Great page and info
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diver-x Apr 8, 2002 at 4:36 PM

What a beautiful place! I`m putting it on my must see list!
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Srechko Apr 7, 2002 at 7:47 PM

You`re the first Canadian I know of that was in my hometown (
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Geoff_Wright Apr 6, 2002 at 12:37 PM

What a delightful page. Your photo travelogues are great!