{"id":33128,"date":"2020-05-24T08:00:52","date_gmt":"2020-05-24T06:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=33128"},"modified":"2023-10-06T15:02:40","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T13:02:40","slug":"eco-museums-istria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/eco-museums-istria\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Most Impressive Eco Museums in Istria"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think about Istria<\/strong><\/a>, it might be its crystal clear sea, gorgeous beaches, or charming medieval cities and villages in the inland. But this region also has a wealth of exciting<\/strong> eco museums<\/strong><\/a> for<\/strong> sustainable\u00a0travelers<\/strong> looking for experiences in harmony with nature and local community.<\/p>\n

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Source: Eco museum Istrian de Dignan<\/div><\/div>\n

Eco museums in Istria<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0are immersing people in authentic local culture, <\/strong>which\u00a0results in a better understanding of their environment. You’ll be\u00a0encouraged to participate in traditional activities<\/strong>\u00a0to experience the local lifestyle. Instead of just visiting this region, you’ll\u00a0become a part of it for a while<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

We’ve listed our favorite eco museums below; these are your eco-friendly vacation\u2019s memory-makers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Batana eco museum in Rovinj \u2013 Rovigno<\/h2>\n
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Photo: Damir Fabijanic. Source: Croatia.hr<\/div><\/div>\n

Batana eco museum<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0in Istria is totally\u00a0unique on the Adriatic and Mediterranean.<\/strong>\u00a0Located in Rovinj and fully dedicated to the traditional wooden boat known as the batana<\/strong> and the community which has chosen it as its symbol.\u00a0Batana eco-museum includes:<\/p>\n

1. The House of Batana<\/h3>\n

The House of Batana<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>is the central interpretation and documentation center<\/strong> with a permanent exhibition, located on two floors of a typical Rovinj house from the 17th century.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Damir Fabijanic<\/div><\/div>\n

2. Spacio Matika<\/h3>\n

The spacio<\/a> <\/strong>is actually a localized version of a tavern or wine cellar<\/strong> and is another peculiarity of Rovinj which helps shape the town\u2019s identity and its people. This is\u00a0the place where you can\u00a0experience the tastes, smells,<\/strong> and the singing of the local maritime heritage.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Photo: Spacio Matika \u2013 Sp\u00e0cio. Source: inforovinj.com<\/div><\/div>\n

3. Mali \u0160kver (Little Shipyard)<\/h3>\n

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This precious antique\u00a0craft is built in the same way for centuries, without the aid of modern tools.<\/strong>\u00a0It is\u00a0remarkable and as such registered in the List of<\/strong> Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Republic of Croatia.<\/strong> During the summer, on the Mali \u0160kver<\/strong>,<\/a> many events are being held and you can see the builder at work every afternoon.<\/p>\n

4. Rovinj\u2019s regatta<\/h3>\n

Amazing regatta of traditional wooden boats with mainly lug and lateen sails.<\/strong> It is held every June in Rovinj<\/strong>, known as the main celebration of boats, the sea, and sailors.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Dalibor Talajic<\/div><\/div>\n

5. Thematic sunset route\u00a0from the \u2018batana perspective\u2019<\/h3>\n

First, a walk along the waterfront<\/strong> is your opportunity to get to know the batana boats and their owners. Then a rowing sea trip<\/strong> that will give you a unique and unforgettable experience of Rovinj<\/strong> from the \u2018batana perspective\u2019<\/a>, which\u00a0begins at sunset.<\/p>\n

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Thematic routes by the sea. Source: Batana Eco Museum<\/div><\/div>\n

The House of Istrian Olive Oil in Pula-Pola<\/h2>\n

Discover the story of olive growing in Istria<\/strong> through history to the present day. Find out why Istrian olive oil was highly valued by the ancient Romans<\/strong> and how it was produced; how oil was produced by our ancestors<\/strong> and how it is produced today and finally, what are the secrets of creating an extra virgin olive oil of premium quality.<\/strong><\/p>\n