In specialist magazines this has been described as 'one of the world's top ten bays. Go on a winter's day and you get to enjoy the winter sea, go in May and you will get a whiff of the summer air, mixed with sea pines. The calendar of seasonal events is quite fixed and goes from markets to flea markets to concerts. In the bay, there are refreshment areas and two bathing establishments. You can reach the bay by car but in summer it is best to park in Sistiana and reach the bay on foot as the walk is beautiful, or you can take the free shuttle bus supplied by the Trieste authorities between June and September. Further information can be obtained from the public relations office of the Duino-Aurisina region.
The beautiful Sentiero Rilke has woods on one side and breathtaking views over the Sistiana Bay on the other. It is only a few kilometers long and an easy walk. It starts from the seasonal base of the Azienda di promozione turistica di Sistiana and ends at the entrance to the village of Duino. To get to this path from Trieste, take the number 44 bus, which stops across the road from the head of the path. If you drive, then be aware that there is limited parking space; you might want to park further down the road.
Bagno Castelreggio is the pride and one of the major attractions of Duino-Aurisina. Local and international tourists visit this beach throughout the year making it one of the busiest beaches in the region. Whether to splash in the refreshing water or simply laze around watching the world go by, visiting Castelreggio while in the city is a must.
A beautiful paradise Duino Aurisina, Portopiccolo Sistiana is a destination that you can visit no matter what time of the year. Not far from Trieste, Portopiccolo offers you a lot of attractions: in summer you can enjoy its beautiful sea, relaxing at the beach, trying the aquatic sports, or indulge in a long seaside walk. You can try riding a horse or a mountain bike, or even take a walk/hike in the mountain. In winter, you should try skiing, for sure. There are bars and clubs all around to enjoy your nights out.
The Grotta Fioravante has garnered public interest thanks to its rich history. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artifacts which are can be dated back to the Mesolithic period. Later, the cave was also used as a cellar by the royal family and afterwards in the 20th century, it also bore witness to the World Wars. During the Second World War, the cave was used as a waste deposit by the allied forces.
Valle Cavanata Nature Reserve is a wonderful spot in the town of Grado, Italy. The reserve, once used for fish breeding and fishing, was established in the year 1996 to protect numerous species of birds that frequent the area owing to a large variety of conducive environment present here. As many as 260 different species of birds occupy the 327-hectare (810-acre) area. A visitor center is located at the site that showcases information on the wildlife at the reserve.
Explore the splendor of Slovenian Littoral region and its natural beauty by paying a visit to the awe-inspiring Vilenica Cave. It is set in the very heart of the town of Sežana in Slovenia, and is one of the most popular tourist attractions of the country. The oldest commercial cave in all of Europe, this unique natural beauty is used as a setting for the renowned Vilenica Literary festival, which is held every year. The cave has a length of 1,300 meters (4,300 feet), and a depth of 180 meters (590 feet). Don't give this place a miss at any cost!
The Grotta Fioravante has garnered public interest thanks to its rich history. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artifacts which are can be dated back to the Mesolithic period. Later, the cave was also used as a cellar by the royal family and afterwards in the 20th century, it also bore witness to the World Wars. During the Second World War, the cave was used as a waste deposit by the allied forces.
A serene and picturesque mountain, part of the Triglav National Park in Slovenia, Vogel is known to be an attractive trekking and walking destination. Its height is 1922 meters (6535.43 foot) and the views from above the mountain encompass the entire park area and Lake Bohinj as well. Nearby is the Zadnji Vogel mountain pasture. Known for the number of cattle that graze the meadows here, visitors should surely try the cheese, sour milk and other milk products made in traditional style. The distances here can be traversed with the help of cable cars that run from the pasture till Lake Bohinj.
In specialist magazines this has been described as 'one of the world's top ten bays. Go on a winter's day and you get to enjoy the winter sea, go in May and you will get a whiff of the summer air, mixed with sea pines. The calendar of seasonal events is quite fixed and goes from markets to flea markets to concerts. In the bay, there are refreshment areas and two bathing establishments. You can reach the bay by car but in summer it is best to park in Sistiana and reach the bay on foot as the walk is beautiful, or you can take the free shuttle bus supplied by the Trieste authorities between June and September. Further information can be obtained from the public relations office of the Duino-Aurisina region.
Located in Slovania, Lake Bohinj is one of the largest permanent lakes of the region. Spanning around a region of 318 hectares (790 acres), the lake is nestled in the Bohinj valley, hence the name. Part of the Julian Alps, the lake is of a glacial nature. Held back by a moraine, the lake is also included within the Triglav National Park. The waters are a rich source of brown trout, Arctic char, burbot, common minnow, European chub and myriad mollusks species.
The beautiful Sentiero Rilke has woods on one side and breathtaking views over the Sistiana Bay on the other. It is only a few kilometers long and an easy walk. It starts from the seasonal base of the Azienda di promozione turistica di Sistiana and ends at the entrance to the village of Duino. To get to this path from Trieste, take the number 44 bus, which stops across the road from the head of the path. If you drive, then be aware that there is limited parking space; you might want to park further down the road.