Istria is also famous for its green rolling hills covered with hilltop villages and towns One of them is a beautiful medieval town of Grožnjan the town of artists and music Its artists' revival began when artists from all over the world inhabited the empty houses abandoned by the Italians after World War II In May the otherwise sleeping town hosts actors musicians painters sculptors and art lovers and in summer there is an annual art exhibition and a jazz festival For centuries Grožnjan was part of the Venetian Republic Winding are lined by charming Venetian-influenced stone houses but the most beautiful piece of architecture is the town's loggia This gallery opens to a small square and still serves as a covered exterior public space Around town are small shops with regional art handmade products excellent olive oil and truffle products.
