Istra Inspirit - A journey through the time

Moments of mystical history of Istria, played by first-class actors in historical places, specially prepared meals of different historical periods, entertainment, dancing and various surprises - that is Istra Inspirit.

Here is a selection of the best events:

1. Crispo

Location: Medulin, Vizula

Organizer: Tourism organisation Medulin

Event description:

At the excavation site of Vizula, you will be witness of the tragic fate Crispo, a Roman warrior and successor emperor Constantine the great.

After the glorious return Crispo is told by his father to inherit the throne of the Roman Empire. This course of things his stepmother Fausta doesn't like, so she tries to seduce her young stepson to maintain their position at the court. Rejected and hurt pride, Fausta is planning a terrible revenge...

During this story about love, hate and revenge, food according to ancient roman recipes is provided and turns you back to the days of the Roman Empire and the year 326...

The offer includes

- welcome drink

- interactive presentation during a walk

- visit of the archaeological site Vizula

- staging of a roman tragedy at sunset at an

   excavation site directly at the sea

- rich roman feast

2. Spacio

Location: Rovinj

Organizer: Eco-museum batana

Event description:

In a time not so long ago the fishermen of Rovinj have caught their fish from a batana (small boat), while farmers spent their busy day in the vineyards. In the evening, everyone gathered in the basement Spacio, a tavern. After eating the caught fish and drinking some glasses of good wine, they sang songs about the sea, heartbreaks and joyful moments of life. Sometimes the wine also caused a dispute...

Become part of this life: Take a batana, taste excellent fish from the fisherman and the wine of the peasants of Rovinj...

The offer includes:

- welcome drink

- visit to the eco-museum batana

- romantic boat ride with a batana along the

   Peninsula accompanied by music

- adventures in Spacio "Matika"

- fishing dinner with 4-course menu, incl.

   drinks during dinner

- presentation of a musical band

- entertaining performances

3. The witch Mare

Location: Svetvincenat

Organizer: Tourism organisation Svetvincenat

Event description:

Once, in 1632, Mare Radolovich, a herbal healer from Svetvincenat, was accused from their neighbors to be a witch and to have a pact with the devil. Although she recently helped her roommate with her herbs and cured her, she was unanimously condemned to be burned at the stake in the fortress Grimani-Morosini. Did they really burn her or could she rescue herselve? Find out the truth and reward yourself with a popular dinner ...

The offer includes:

- welcome drink

- visit of the fortress Grimani-Morosini

- presentations of old crafts

- photo break with typical istrian animals

- witch trial and execution

- appearance of the singing group "Nespula"

- folk dinner with drinks

4. Lustitia

Location: Porec

Organizer: Porec, museum

Event description:

In 1699, a sensational event shook the citizens of Porec. Domenico Furlan, a notorious thief at this time, destroyed the tabernacle of the basilica in Porec, which was decorated with gold and silver. He was arrested, denounced at the main square of the city and sentenced for this unthinkable crime to death. Join the citizens of Porec and celebrate with them justice. Dance, enjoy the food and the atmosphere of the baroque...

The offer includes::

- welcome drink

- visit of the old city in support of the actors

- tour trough the palace Sincic and

   heritage museum of Porec

- trial and execution of Domenico Furlan at

   several places in the old town

- interactive participation in the drama and dance

- rich baroque dinner with drinks

5. Lighthouse of Love

Location: Savudrija, lighthouse

Organizer: Tourism organisation Umag

Event description:

While the lighthouse of Savudrija built in 1818, the austrian count Metternich felt in love with a local girl. In a short time the lighthouse with its hidden rooms become a love nest of lovers, which couldn't be together because of the social circumstances at this time. You can also experience this forbidden love, enjoy a love drink and aphrodisiac food by crackling fire ...

The offer includes:

- aphrodisiac welcome drin

- musical love trp

- romantic sunset in a unique location

- a concert of a cellist

- shadow theatre at the lighthouse

- rich dinner of count Metternich with beverages