Kaštel, Settlement in Buje, Croatia
The settlement of Kaštel stands at 123 meters elevation near the Dragonja river valley in northern Istria County, encompassing 8.9 square kilometers of territory.
Archaeological evidence reveals that the site began as a fortified castle named Castrum Veneris, potentially derived from an ancient temple dedicated to a pagan goddess.
The settlement maintains connections to its Roman heritage through preserved architectural elements and carries different names across languages, including Castelvenere in Italian.
Located 3 kilometers from central Buje with a population of 606 residents, Kaštel provides accommodations and access to local restaurants within walking distance.
The strategic position near the Slovenian border creates opportunities for cross-border activities and development of tourism infrastructure in the northern Istrian region.
Location: Istria County
Location: Buje
Elevation above the sea: 123 m
Website: http://buje.hr/it/castelvenere-218
GPS coordinates: 45.44200,13.65600
Latest update: October 15, 2025 21:29
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