Historical background to Porec
Porec was founded by the Romans. The Romans established their country estates in Porec. During mediaeval times Porec belonged to diocese of Trieste, until Porec devolved toVenice in 1268. Porec was important for Venice, because of the port of export for istrian wine. Until 1797 Porec belonged to Venice, then Napoleon delivered Porec to Austria-Hungary. Till 1918 Porec belonged to Austria-Hungary, after 1918 Porec belonged to Italy. From 1945 to 1953 Porec was part of the Free Staate Trieste. As recently as 1954 Porec belongs to Croatia.

The town gate and the drawbrigde arised in the10th century, the city wall and the defence towers arised in the 14th century. Over the years the settlement displaced from peninsula to mainland because of better land.
The old settlement has maintained her natural mediaeval charm till today. Today Porec is a famous resort with many hotels and leisure facilities.
Sources: Croatia-Travel-Guide.com, Istria.info, Croatian Tourist Board

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