Where in Slovenia live well. Coper.
June 1, 2015, 01:01, Views: 6641
I decided to make a series of reports on where in the Slovenian coast to live well (it is Obala - Slovenian - coast). Before several years have enriched here certain informationBut still I insist - all the above - there is a subjective point of view.
So, Coper (Koper) - the largest city Slovenian coast. Well, as the largest - about 25 thousand people. For us, Russians are the village. But here there is one "but" characteristic of almost all of Europe. The fact is that the cities are a lot and they are located quite tight. The situation when, moving the street you turned out to be in another city - ordinary. That's why european cities Not perceived as lonely Russian villages with several thousand people.
Let's go back to Kopeva. The city consists of two parts: old city - the one that is located on the relative plain directly on the shore (there is also the port); and new town (called more semedela), located on pretty high mountains Above the old city.
All tourism, a clear case, is concentrated in the old town, closer to the sea. Actually, there are also all major trading and entertainment centers. By the way, it was in Coper that the largest shopping and entertainment centers focused on the entire coast of Slovenia were built. In other cities, only shops.
- Do you need to cinema? - You are in the copier.
- Do you need to bowling? - You are in the copier.
- Do you need to buy clothes? - You are in the copier.
- Do you need to buy a baby toy? - You are in the copier.
- Looking for a round-the-clock pharmacy? - Said the same, in Koper.
From the point of view of rest - Koper is not the worst option to spend two weeks of vacation on the Slovenian coast. But far from the best. The main tourist drawback of this city is the lack of a beach. No, there are small "heels" (meter-long length 100 - 150), adjacent to the port overlooking the same port, but is it a beach?
In fairness, it is necessary to notice - there are no beaches in Slovenia. There is no way out for swimming, but it is impossible to call the beaches. The bottom is bad, there is no sand, from algae, the coastline is quite rarely cleaned. So, do not really expect.
The main tourist plus a copier is that there is a bus and railway Stations. Therefore, if you do not risk taking a car for rent or prefer budget holidays, from Kopuker you can easily ride in Italy, and in Croatia, and in the central part of Slovenia.
Now actually about life in Koper. Not just about two weeks, but whether it is convenient for living in the city for several years.
Dignity
As mentioned, all the largest entertainment and shopping centers Located in Koper. Probably it is rather plus.
In Coper there is a new (and in the sense of the building, and in the sense of programs) school. She is in the old town. There are definitely other schools, but it is this school that they praise both local and compatriots. In addition to schools, there is a technical college, and several universities. Also in this city, most of all different children's sections and "circles". Thus, from the point of view of the development of children's and youth infrastructure, Coper is an absolute leader on the Slovenian coast.
high school
From the point of view of walking in the evening - Koper is quite suitable town. There are several beautiful areas. The old part of the city is well maintained and clean. Countless coffee, restaurants and bars. And, of course, a pleasant embankment. If you are a lover ride on the rollers, the embankment of you will certainly please. Moreover, it smoothly flows into a pedestrian and cycling road (connecting the copper with another coastal city - isola) and gives you another kilometers a 10 comfortable walk.
The last dignity of the city, which has already been mentioned is the railway and bus stations.
This advantages of the copper end.
disadvantages
The disadvantages of the copper include, above all, the issue of residence. The fact is that rental housing in the old town (or next to him) is not only expensive pleasure (relative to other cities), but also a very difficult thing.
Find a normal apartment for a family of 3-4 people in the old town of not easy - suggestions are not so much. Meanwhile, most of the proposals are a new city, that is, the one that is on the grief. And this means that whenever it is easy to walk, you will have to get behind the wheel of a car or wait for the bus, or 20 minutes to go to the old town on foot. Yes, and the child to school in the fresh air you no longer disintegrate - only by transport.
First time, this circumstance will strain not much. But it will take half a year, and you just get tired of it and you will get out of the house. Is that on business: school, shop, hospital and so on.
Output. In my personal rating of "Fitness of the cities of the Slovenian coast for long accommodation"Koper takes a confident second place. And the main cause of his "silver", and not "gold" I put it - its size. He is too big for the whole week it would be possible to forget about the car or bus.
All photos are taken from Google Maps (Google Streets).
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Coper Located on the Adriatic coast, and its shores are washed by the waters of the Piran Bay. The city is located on the Istria Peninsula, in close proximity to the Italian border and is endowed with the status of the country's main port. He has a long history, has many unique architectural structures, and also famous for musical and folk festivals, annually causing a high auditorium.
Features
According to the old traditions, the current koper is customary to share on the mainland and island. On the mainland focused modern buildings And high-altitude homes, while building is quite dense and therefore a certain feeling of crampedness is created. The island is the same part of the romantic of the Middle Ages and is represented by the best samples of the architecture of the Venice Republic, which gives this part of the city a pronounced Italian tint. In Koper, infrastructure has been perfectly developed and established transport connection from neighboring countries and other regions of Slovenia, but at the same time very limited selection of hotels. However, those few hotels that have the city are distinguished by a high level of comfort, a wide range of amenities and excellent quality of service. Guests of the Kopafer have the opportunity to get a lot of pleasure by walking along the urban embankment and enjoying views of the Piran Bay, tasting dishes in local restaurants, taking sunbathing, getting acquainted with colorful attractions or making exciting sea walks on the Adriatic.
general information
The territory of the city is small and only a few tens of square meters. km, with a population of less than 24,000 people. Interestingly, more than 10% of citizens - Italians, and the official language, in addition to Slovenian, is also considered Italian. The local time Looms from Moscow for 1 hour and 2 in the winter. Time Zone UTC + 1 and UTC + 2 in the summer season. Phone code (+386) 05. Official site www.koper.si.
Brief excursion in history
Initially, an antique stood on the site of a modern kick greek city AEGIDA, in the period of Roman conquest, called Caprice. After the fall of the Roman Empire, for several centuries, these lands captured francs, langobard and numerous Slavic tribes. Only in 1278, after joining the Venice Republic, the city entered the era of the heyday and soon became the largest port of Istria. In 1797, the Koper joined the Austria, and in the interval from 1805 to 1813, the occupation was subjected to the Napoleonic troops, then returned to the Austrian possession. The modern history of the city was marked first by entering the united kingdom of Serbs and Croats, later transformed into Yugoslavia and exit from her already as part of independent Slovenia.
Climate
The Mediterranean climate is largely influenced on the weather conditions of the copar. In winter, here is relatively warm and average temperature Air fluctuates around 0 to +4 degrees. At the same time, the precipitation is a bit and almost all of them come from November to March. In the summer, in clear and sunny days, the thermometer column rises to the mark +23 - +25. It is best to visit the city in this time segment, the most pleasant for both relaxing on the sea and for a rich excursion program.
How to get
Transport
To move along the coast of the land, it is best to use buses or taxi services. For those who wish, there are car rental locations.
Beach
Copher has a good pebble beach, as well as several concrete platforms equipped with stairs. For recreation with children, they are of course little suitable, but for fans swim, just right. Meanwhile, given the abundance of yacht parking, it is necessary to admit that the water is not too transparent here, so beach rest It is not as popular as on other Slovenian resorts.
Attractions and entertainment
One of the most remarkable architectural structures of the Coke was the Pretoria Palace, built in the middle of the XV century, in the pronounced style of Venetian Gothic. Directly on the contrary, the palace of the loggia is drawn to, with his unique art gallery, where the paintings of the outstanding masters of the Middle Ages are exhibited. Among other important historical objects, the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady, with the tomb of St. Nazaria - the patron of the city, the exquisite palaces of noble Venetian families, Armerigia, Totto and Belgrongs, and also the famous Ascension Rotundu, built in the XII century. In addition to excursions and walks on the city streets, guests of the koper can appreciate the diversity of the entertainment program.
The main places of mass accumulation intended for family holiday, serve as a local zoo, with an impressive territory and an excellent water amusement park, where there are attractions for every taste. In urban surroundings there are many interesting tourist routes For fans of mountaineering and connoisseurs natural beauty. The main event for citizens and guests of Kopuker is the Primorsky Summer Festival, invariably passing extremely fun and interesting.
Kitchen
In restaurants, cafes and pizzerias of the city, there is a rich selection of all sorts of culinary works for every taste, from widespread Slovenian soups to traditional Italian pasta. Considering that the city is a kind of symbiosis of the cultures of these two countries, local dishes also have characteristic national traits. Baltic and Italian wines have great popularity with high authority in Europe.
Shopping
At the shelves of shops and souvenir shops, an impressive range of products, from Italian shoes and clothing, to sophisticated jewelry and perfumery are exposed.
The majority of tourists who first visited Koper, this city produces a vivid impression by their unique charm and flavor. Despite a minor territory, he has a mass interesting places and attractions, annually taking thousands of tourists from all over the planet.
Slovenia - unique, in its own way geographical position, country. Nailing to alpine skiing From the Alpine vertices, you actually immediately fall on the beaches of the Adriatic coast. The cities in the Slovenian coast are not so much, and the main among them is a copier (Sl. Koper, IT. Kapodistria). Despite the fact that the population of the city is only about 25,000 people, Koper is the largest Slovenian city and port on the coast of the Piran Bay.
Until the XIX century, Koper was located on the island, in antiquity wearing the name "Goat". In 1825, the island of embankment joined the mainland, but the city is still, according to tradition, they are divided into old - "island" part and a new one - "mainland".
Koper Island "Mainland" part is modern city With its infrastructure, lively life and high buildings. In the "Island" part of the copra, a completely different picture: the time here is frozen. Vintage houses under the red tiled roofs in Italian style, small narrow streets leaving the sea - all this reminds of the centuries-old stories of a copra that takes its beginning since Ancient Greece.
Lapidarium in Kopre History Kopra
In those days, the city was called Aegida (goat-city). Later, when mentioning a copper, such names are pop up as: Capris (Greek. Copros), Caprea, Capre and Caprista. In the chronicles, it is mentioned that in 568, N.E., Roman citizens of the neighboring city TERgeste. (Trieste), due to the invasion of the Huns, fled in Capris. Byzantines who captured Koper, in the VII century, renamed it to Justinopolis, in honor of his emperor Justinian II. .
The name of the city of TergeSe went from the Slovenian word trg - market Square. So italian in this (now) italian city not so much!
Old city center In many respects, the medieval history of the city relationship with the Venice Republic is determined. By 932, among all the cities of Istria, Koper became the chief partner of Venice, observing the neutrality in the event of the War of Venice with any of the cities of Istria.
This alliance brings coper big benefits. The real economic takeoff The city is experiencing during the times of crusades, when the demand grows sharply on its agricultural products: oil, wine, fish and salt. Maritime trade brings big profit. In the XI-XII centuries in Koper, as in other seaside cities, the oligarchic system of the Board is consisted: with externally republican form, the authorities belong to several families of noble patrician.
Loggia Palace. Venetian architecture Kopra Thanks to its sharp economic growth, the copier is stronger, and in the end it is decided to conflict with Venice. In 1145, the Union of Three Cities of Istria - Pula, Kopuker and Isola, challenges the Venice Republic. The result turns out to be deplorable: the defeated cities are forced to bring a "fidelitate" (Facere Fidelitatem) to the Venetian lady. After this conflict, the copper power has become extremely cautious: the city has provided military assistance to the Venetian fleet, and in conflicts of Venice with other cities, invariably taking the direction of the republic.
In 1182, as a reward for his loyalty, the Copper receives the right to the monopoly production of salt from Venice on the entire coast of Istria, for a period of 29 years. Salt mining had paramount importance in those days, and it helps to strengthen the status of a copfer, as central City Istrian coast. Over the centuries, the development of salt has brought a great economic benefit and was discontinued only in 1911.
In 1380, the Koper is subjected to a cruel attack of the Genoese (medieval Genoa). The troops of Genoa rob the city and disappear with them the jewels and sacred relics, including the power of St. Nazaria - the most severe punishment for medieval city (Returned in 1423) But even these minor attacks cannot stop the economic closure. In the XVI century, Koper is considered the largest city-port of North-West Istria. In the middle of the XVI century, his population has about 10 thousand inhabitants. Unfortunately, more than 50% of the population dies during a terrible epidemic of plague, which rages in Europe in 1553-1554.
Exiting until the end of the XVIII century, the Venetian Republic dies under the onslaught of Napoleon's army. In 1797, French troops include the Koper, and the city becomes first part of the Italian kingdom, and then part of the Illyrian provinces (1809-1813). After the fall, the Napoleonic Empire Coper falls under the power of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, in possession of which and remains to the First World War.
In 1918, Koper moves to Italy, and after World War II, in 1947, joins the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, as part Free territory Trieste. When in 1954, the free territory of Trieste officially ceases to exist, the Koper becomes part of Yugoslavia, already entering the Union of Slovenia. By this time, most Italians who lived in the city leave the city, moving in Italy.
What to see in a copre
Coper is a city ancient history and the latest tourist infrastructure. Walking around the old, medieval streets of his island part, immediately pay attention to the enormous influence of Venetian architecture. Here everyone can see wonderful evidence of different cultures and eras. All inscriptions in the city are made in Slovenian and Italian, and in each building there is an Italian flavor.
The oldest poker decoration is the ascension rotunda, built in the XII century. The church served as a place to collect and bless the warriors departing at war. Inside it hangs one of the best paintings of the Renaissance era in Slovenia, written by an Italian painter Wittor Karpaccho (Vittore Carpaccio) in 1516 and here is one of the oldest bells in Slovenia (1333g), poured by the Venetian Master Jacob.
In Koper, many very original and interesting monuments of the Venetian period have survived. One of these monuments is the Pretoria Palace, built in 1464 in the style of Venetian Gothic. Palace is on central Square Titov Trit Trit Tritov, and opposite him there is a palace of loggia, in which the art gallery is located today, with a rich collection of paintings of the XV century paintings.
Here, near the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady, built in the XV century. It contains the main city shrine - the tomb of St. Nazaria, the patron saint of the city, whose power in 1380 and were taken out of the city with Genoese troops.
Built in the XVII century, the Belgramoni-Tacco palace (Belgramoni-Tacco) is one of the most beautiful baroque Palaces of Cokes. The palace has two names, because at one time, one of the members of the Belgramoni family, after the night lost his other family - Tacco. Nowadays, the Palace is located the Regional Local Lore Museum of Northern Istria. The amazing palaces of Gravisi Barababyanka, Brutti and Tatto, also belonged to noble venetian families, and on a par with many other historical buildings, serve today with a real decoration of the copfer.
Belgrong Palace Interested in a copper and for lovers active rest. In addition to pure urban beaches, a large modern water park offers its visitors a lot of attractions for every taste. In the vicinity of the city there is a lot of sheer cliffs, which have long been adorable in lovers of mountaineering, as well as a small airfield, offering all those who wish for fantastic panoramic flights over the Adriatic coast.
View of the copper from the height There are numerous chore singing festivals in Koper. One of the most famous is the Primorsky Summer Festival, which every year collects musical groups from Slovenia and other countries. From all over the world, spectators who receive real pleasure from the bright spectacle and from the city of Koper are coming to him.
Finding into a small city of Koper in Slovenia - a person simply loses touch with reality! This is a Slovenian rev. which is so similar to sunny Italy. Narrow streets, cozy courtyards, many sun and excellent air. Previously, this amazing settlement was located on the island with the name of Kozii. But then they built a dam, and he was just a small island merged with the continent. But even today he remained "independent" and striking his originality and an excellent climate that allows you to restore health. In the town there is the largest port of Slovenia, vessels come here with cargo from around the world.
Kaleidoscope history
Copher is a kind of symbiosis of the Slavic and Latin culture. Thanks to the immediate vicinity of Italy, the traditions and heritage of this country are very much appreciated. Venetian islandic towers, southern cuisine, small courtyards with swauk-circuited walls - all emphasizes Italian flavor. In Koper, they speak two languages \u200b\u200b- Italian and Slovenian, they are "equal" and even in parliament there is a representative of an Italian minority.
Until the XIX in the city of Capodistria (Italians) was an island. Then the many erected architectural monuments - Tito Square with Palace of Pretor and Loggia. Today it's so nice to sit in a cup of fragrant coffee, enjoying the views of the city and the architecture of the old castles.
Only in Koper you will see two completely different cities. The material part of the settlement is high modern homes, close streets, numerous hotels and expensive apartments. The island part is the tiled roofs of low buildings, vintage cathedrals and temples, expressed Italian flavor.
Climate Cokes
Surprisingly, the Slovenian resort is located just 30 km of the coastal zone, but it did not prevent it from turning it into the real pride of the country. Sandy golden beaches, the purest water of the Adriatic Sea and an excellent marine climate. In Koper rarely there are gusty winds, severe precipitation. From early spring, sunshine days are dominated here, there are comfortable conditions for rest to late autumn. And even in winter it is very pleasant to enjoy the healing air, walk along the coast and drink unique mineral waters that gives the fertile land.
The legacy of ancestors
Koper is not only known health resortwhere people come to enjoy unique mineral sources. This is real cultural Center Countries where everything breathes history. If you want to witness Italian pompous - you need to see the Pretorian castle, it is built in 1464 (Venetian Gothic). An art gallery with a richest collection of the 15th century, the richest collection of cloths of the 15th century and modern paintings spread.
Amazing the beauty of the Palaces of Armeragona, Totto, Belgrongs - tactically - became a real treasure of the city. Proud local residents and pompous temple facilities. Cathedral The Assumption of Our Lady (erected in the 15th century), the main shrine of citizens is kept here - the tomb of St. Nazarie. There is a legend that guarding the city from enemies and all sorts of natural disasters.
It is necessary to see the oldest place in the city - the Ascension Rotunda, it was built in the 12th century. Little tourists will appreciate the local zoo. This is not just a place for entertainment and contemplation of rare animals - the research center is maintained here.
But for lovers of active recreation, the Coper will become a real discovery. A huge amusement park (aqueous) amazes with many attractions. There are even pools with artificial waves and specialized reservoirs for the youngest tourists. Mountainery lovers appreciated the resort with his sheer cliffs, which hang over the Adriatic coast.
Finger for impressions
If all health procedures are passed, and you are tired of relaxing flashes of beaches? Welcome to the numerous festivals of singing. This is a real extraria of music of various styles, musicians come here with all Slovenia and other countries. You are waiting for a grandiose presentation, especially festivals are held regularly. The most famous of them is the Primorsky Summer Festival.
We are treated and restore forces in Coper
Slovenia is, primarily a climate favorable for humans. And natural treasures in the form of thermal and mineral Water allow you to quickly get rid of many chronic diseases. Copher is famous for the fact that Pannonsky reigns here, the priepetic marine climate - such a tandem is rarely found and it is he who has a positive effect on the human body. Air is saturated with minerals, salty water Ensures respiratory tract and dermatological pathologies. Another pearl of Slovenia - healing mud. These are inorganic or organic peeloids that are saturated with skin with useful chemical compounds.
Special attention deserves and. Water in them is recognized as healing, it is ideal for daily use, fills the body with minerals and rare acids. Therefore, people suffering from the gastrointestinal tract disorders come to a coper to enjoy this water, which there are no analogues in the world. Also here for the treatment of certain diseases use a healing peat, Fango. These substances have a positive effect on the skin - pull it up, the processes of aging inhibit it.
If you get to Koper, you will definitely visit the thermal sources. These water can intensify the internal reserves of the body A, and you will for a long time for the virus infections.
Coper Hotels
There are not many apartments in this city, but those that are - comfortable and comfortable for coming to correct your health. Apartment & Suites Veneziana - An excellent hotel in Italian style, it boasts excellent infrastructure, delicious cuisine and picturesque views from room windows. Hotel Vodisek. - Affordable accommodation, good service, in the territory a lot of cafes and restaurants, their gases and saunas. Studio Morsalexcellent place for a peaceful measured rest, it is conveniently located, you can quickly get to any part of the city and on the beach.
A trip to Koper is not just a pleasant stay on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Only here you can enjoy the gifts of nature that will help to become healthy and strong. If you have small kids - such a fascinating journey will become a luxurious gift. Baby and fit off, arriving in soft warmth climates, and will get a lot of impressions from this amazing peninsula.
