Another beautiful old hilltop town is Motovun Steep cobblestone streets lead to the top of the town where you can a spectacular 360 view of a beautiful Istria interior Motovun is still encircled by double town walls that are separating the town in 3 parts Entrance to the Old Town is still through the main town gate guarded by the winged line of Saint Mark the symbol of Venetian Republic that ruled Motovun for over five hundred years The inner town gates lead to the very top of the oldest part still encircled by completely preserved inner town walls from the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries You can take a walk on the walls and get stunning views Most people come here on a day trip in summer to escape crowded coastal towns Here are nice restaurants and small shops selling local products including famous Istria truffles as Motovun is the most famous area for these underground mushrooms!

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