Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Piran - Pirano, Slovenia

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Number of sights 6 sights
Distance 0.8 km
Ascend 26 m
Descend 19 m

Experience Piran - Pirano in Slovenia in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Individual Sights in Piran - Pirano

Sight 1: Cerkev sv. Roka

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Cerkev sv. RokaClemens Vasters from Viersen, Germany / CC BY 2.0

St. Peter's Church Roka is one of the churches in Piran. It stands in Brotherhood Square, which is also known as Rok Square. The church is said to have been built in the 17th century. It is dedicated to St. Roch, who, after helping people suffering from the plague on his way to Rome, fell ill himself and became an intercessor against infectious diseases. There is one bell in the bell tower.

Wikipedia: Cerkev sv. Roka, Piran (SL)

250 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 2: Pomorski Muzej Sergej Mašera

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The Maritime Museum "Sergej Mašera" Piran is a museum for the history of maritime affairs in Slovenia. The museum was founded in 1954 as the Piran City Museum, in the premises of the classicist Gabrielli-De Castro Palace on Cankarjev embankment. Initially, the museum also included the Piran City Library and the City Archives. He was given the current title after the national hero Sergei Masher in 1967.

Wikipedia: Pomorski muzej »Sergej Mašera« Piran (SL), Website

155 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 3: Gledališče Tartini

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Gledališče Tartini

The Giuseppe Tartini Theatre, also known as the "Tartini Theatre", is a theatre in Piran and also a city landmark.

Wikipedia: Gledališče Giuseppe Tartini (SL)

43 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 4: Aquarium Piran

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Aquarium Piran is a public marine aquarium in Piran, which has been operating since 1964. It is located opposite the Maritime Museum, directly next to the inner mandrach of the port of Piran. It is part of the Science Center of the University of Primorska. Since 2016, it has been led by veterinarian Manja Rogelja.

Wikipedia: Akvarij Piran (SL)

259 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 5: Cerkev Sv. Petra

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Cerkev Sv. PetraJános Korom Dr. from Wien, Austria / CC BY-SA 2.0

St. Peter's Church St. Peter's Basilica is one of the churches in Piran. It is dedicated to St. Peter. The original church from 1272 stood outside the then city walls. It was given its present appearance by the architect Pietro Nobile in 1818. The overall composition and façade suggest an academically pure classicism. Above the front door is a relief by the sculptor Antonio Bosa, depicting the handing over of the keys to St. Peter.

Wikipedia: Cerkev sv. Petra, Piran (SL)

88 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 6: Cerkev Marije Snežne

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The Church of Our Lady of the Snows is one of the churches in Piran. It is located on Bolniška Street.

Wikipedia: Cerkev Marije Snežne, Piran (SL)

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