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#6 Rovinj
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The romantic city of Rovinj is situated in the north west of Croatia on the Istrian Peninsula.
Rovinj's picturesque Old Town oozes historic ambience and of course the favourable Medi-
terranean climate is a real drawcard. A high speed ferry link with Venice in the summer
months makes it easily accessible for Italian tourists so it can become crowded. Luckily
many of the islands just off the coast offer alternative hotel accommodation. The main shop-
ping thoroughfare of the Old Town, Carrera Street, is fully pedestrianised and where you'll
find many cafes, restaurants and shops showcasing local food and traditional artwork. In-
terestingly, Istriot, an ancient romance language is still spoken by some of the older people
who live here.
