Motovun City Walls
Motovun City Walls are the best-preserved fortification system in Istria, offering a unique promenade with stunning views of the surrounding green landscapes and the Mirna River.
Motovun City Walls- Motovun, a recognizable guardian of the Istrian hills, is safe within its historic walls. The ramparts that have defended the city and its inhabitants for centuries are its pride and pride. The walls that surround Motovun are the best preserved fortification system in Istria and today are part of a unique promenade with stunning views of green landscapes and the calm river Mirna that flows at the foot of Motovun.
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