Buje Attractions

Buje, known as Bullea when it was originally founded by the Romans, is a medieval town located on a high point in the area. The town has nice views out over the countryside and was commonly known as "the watchtower of Istria" due to its hilltop location. The old city center of Buje is surrounded by ancient defensive walls and maintains a medieval atmosphere with narrow, cobbled streets that all seem to converge at the main square.

The main square is surrounded by the Baroque Church of St Servelus (Sv Servul) which dates to the 18th Century, the 16th Century Loggia, and a Gothic Venetian Palace built in the 15th Century. The Church of St Servelus was built on the site of a Roman temple, with some of the old structure incorporated into the church. Inside the church are some 14th and 15th Century statues and sculptures.

Also of interest in Buje are the 15th Century Church of St Mary (Sv Marija) and the Civic Museum (Gradski Muzej) with arts and crafts by local artisans.