Croatia :: Pula
Pula (Italian Pola) is the
largest city in Istria, Croatia,
situated at the southern tip of the peninsula, with a population of 62,080.
From the 19th century through World War I, Pula was the headquarters of the
Austro-Hungarian Navy. Like the rest of the region, it is known for its mild
climate, tame sea, and unspoiled nature. The city has a long tradition of
wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism. Pula has also been Istria's
administrative center since ancient Roman times. Pula is the largest city
in province of Istria,
with a metropolitan area of 90,000 people. The city lies on and beneath
seven hills (Kaštel, Zaro, Arena, Sv. Martin, Opatija sv. Mihovila, Mondipola,
and Pra Grande), on the inner part of a wide gulf and a naturally well-protected
port (depth up to 38 m) open to the northwest with two entrances: from
the sea and through Fažana channel.
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