Grožnjan, Medieval hilltop municipality in Istria County, Croatia.
Grisignana is an administrative division spanning northwestern Istria, situated on a rocky hilltop with views over the Quieto Valley. The municipality encompasses several small settlements including Antonzi, Castagna, and Piemonte d'Istria, all ringed by ancient fortification walls.
The area came under Venetian rule and was fortified with walls and towers as defense against maritime threats. These defensive structures from that era still mark the landscape today.
The place has become an art hub with galleries and studios where both local and visiting artists work and exhibit. A jazz festival during summer draws musicians and visitors who appreciate music and creativity.
The area is easily accessible by car or public transport, with multiple settlements to explore across the territory. Italian is widely spoken alongside Croatian, which can help visitors navigate and communicate.
Italian is the mother tongue for many residents here, making it a place where Italian language and traditions remain part of daily life. This linguistic character sets it apart from most other Croatian municipalities.
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