pula

pula, with 51,469 inhabitants, is the largest city in the croatian county of istria and is located near the southern tip of the istrian peninsula. the city is surrounded by seven hills and lies in an expansive bay. one of the main attractions and the landmark of pula is the amphitheater, built under emperor augustus and expanded under emperor vespasian. when spending your vacation in istria, a visit to this city is practically a must.