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Koper - Capodistria
The head of Istria

Koper is the largest city in Slovenian Istria, with a rich history dating back to the Middle Bronze Age. Once an island, the city has experienced various rules and names, until its present name, which it maintains as a bilingual area.

During the time of the Venetian Republic, Koper was the center of economic and cultural prosperity, which is still evident in the preserved city architecture. After different periods of rule, Koper was part of Yugoslavia and since 1991, it belongs to the independent state of the Republic of Slovenia. The city is home to the only Slovenian port and hosts one of Slovenia's universities.

Historical attractions

Stolnica Koper

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Church

Koper Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary.

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Praetorian Palace

The palace housed the headquarters of the sub-state, captains and the Great Council.

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Taverna

The salt warehouse, which now serves as an important cultural hub in Koper.

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Da Ponte fountain

The fountain that was the main symbol of the Da Ponte family.

Vrata Muda

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Muda Gate

The Venetians built it

at the place where the bridge through the Lion Castle connected the island to the mainland.

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Taverna

The salt warehouse, which now serves as an important cultural hub in Koper.

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Fontico

Fontico is an institution that every Venetian city needed.

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Versi portal

The portal is said to have been created in the 15th century and is one of the most important Gothic monuments in Koper.

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Taverna

The salt warehouse, which now serves as an important cultural hub in Koper.

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