Trip to Koper, Slovenia (HD)

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Tourist attractions in Koper, Slovenia - Trip to Koper, Slovenia - Visit Koper, Slovenia Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Koper (Italian: Capodistria) is Slovenia's only commercial port and one of the oldest towns. Koper can trace its name back to the Roman town of Caprea. In 1278, the town voluntarily joined Venice and was later renamed Capo d'Istria — hence the Italian name. Once part of the Venetian republic, it was ceded to Austria in 1797 and then to Italy in 1918; however, much of Koper's Italian inhabitants fled after WW2 when the town was assigned to the Free Territory of Trieste, most of which was administered by and later incorporated into Yugoslavia. The Communists built an unattractive sprawl of factories and warehouses to the south, but mercifully left the old town almost entirely untouched, and it's this that draws the (comparatively few) tourists who venture this way. See in Koper, Slovenia =============== Koper's main sight of interest is the Venetian-era old city, which is in much worse shape than that of Piran, but hence also feels more real. Repairs and restoration are slowly under way. The center of the old city is Tito Square (Titov trg), an austere piazza surrounded by slowly crumbling palazzi. From here, the cobbled Čevljarska ulica leads south and Kidričeva ulica leads west to the marina. Praetorian Palace, Titov trg 3. Dating back to the 15th century and the only fully restored building in the plaza, this is Koper's symbol and it now houses the tourist office with free video show and free tours of the palace including the city council meeting chamber and weddings room. Cathedral of the Assumption, Titov trg. Undergoing some much-needed renovation. Campanile, Titov trg. Climb the bell tower for 2 euros for great views of the city. Do in Koper, Slovenia ==================== There are no glamourous beaches to speak of, although the very well kept city's beach, on the northwest edge of the Old Town near the Marina, has it all: a small bathhouse with toilets and showers, grassy areas with trees for lying the sun, large trees for cooling down in the shade, kids plagrounds and a bar and cafe. The access is free. Piran Divers, Alma Vivoda 3 (Piran - Behind The Museum of Underwater Activities Piran), ☎ +386 (0)40 752660, 9:00-19:00. We have something for everybody and offer a full range of PADI courses. Starting with Discover Scuba Diving for those who want to try diving for the very first time, right up to instructor and speciality courses.