Brijuni islands is a group of islands that are attractive and are located near Istria Peninsula and the major islands referred to as Croatia national park is accessible by members of public.
These islands were paid a visit by the elite who came from Germany, Hungary and Australia. However, during that time, Istria formed a part of Austro-Hungarian monarchy. According to the recent history, almost all the main statesmen paid a visit to these islands. The reason is that Yugoslavia’s president Tito had his residence in Brijuni.
These islands are full of natural beauties as well as flora and fauna which came from different corners of the world. The other feature that is attractive on these islands is the archaeological site. Other attractions include the National history exhibit, Collection of frescoes, Ethnographic collection and luxurious Roman Villa.
The mainland is separated from the Brijuni archipelago by Fazana Channel that is 2-mile wide and is to Paula’s northwest. This archipelago tends to stretch to more than 736 hectares in addition to forming a long coast that stretches 30 miles. In this place, sumptuous wildlife is together with many historical traces that range from the Neolithic settlement as well as Roman ruins. The wildlife comprises of 680 plants that are either local or exotic, and the birds’ species are about 150. The monuments date back to the Byzantine period and Middle Ages including the Austro-Hungarian architecture up to the recent time.
The Brijuni minor fortress was constructed in the 19th century and is the defense system’s largest edifice belonging to Paula’s naval base in Austro-Hungarian base. It stretches for more than 15.75 meters while the edifice is 90 meters large, and 175 meters long.
Brijuni national park or the archipelago of Brujuni can be described as a blend of cultural, historical, and natural heritage. It is characterized by mild climate while the geographical conditions are favourable. It also features retracted bays as well as elevated fortifications that are easily defend-able. The park has secured continuum in human activity from the pre-historic age up to date.
Impressions of Brijuni
On Brijuni you will find the Ulysses Theatre. On the theatre space, there are artists who are similar, spiritually. The theatre welcomes all the spiritual horizons, and broadening aesthetics.
Croatian media pointed out that the Cadillac Eldorado was restored from 1953 and it was owned by Josip Broz Tito, who was the former president of Yugoslavia. The work was completed after 4 months and the work was done by Krapina’s craftsmen who had the right skills. The Cadillac Eldorado which is among the vehicles that reflects the state of the art, and is most luxurious when compared to others that are of its time. It is the car that the president used to drive.
These islands have a rich history, and it is said that at one point, there was the ancient Roman settlements on them. In the late 19th century, these islands were utilized as quarries and the quarries had been utilized for centuries.
