Municipality of Izola, Coastal municipality in southwestern Slovenia
The Municipality of Izola sits along Slovenia's Adriatic coast and encompasses several settlements spread across hilly coastal terrain. The area blends flat waterfront zones with rising landscapes inland.
The region was founded in the 7th century by refugees from Aquileia who settled on an island. The modern municipal structure came later, established in 1994 through administrative reorganization.
The municipality carries a strong fishing and maritime heritage that shapes daily life here even today. You can see this in the traditional boat houses and how locals spend their time connected to the water.
The coastal setting is easy to reach with good access to both water and land areas. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear as the terrain varies depending on the season.
The area holds archaeological sites like Kaštelir and Simonov zaliv where you can find remnants of prehistoric settlements and Roman harbors. These places offer insight into very old cultures that lived here thousands of years ago.
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