Pazin - Castle Attractions

One of the largest inland towns in Istria, Pazin's main draw for visitors is the medieval castle. The 9th Century castle (Kastel) is set dramatically on a cliff top overlooking a gorge and the entrance is over a drawbridge. The current layout dates to the 14th and 16th Centuries when some additions were made to the castle and the four wings were joined forming a courtyard. The Pazin castle is now home to the Ethnographic Museum of Istria with displays of traditional costumes, textiles, farming implements, fishing equipment, musical instruments, and household items. Also located at the castle is the Civic Museum with archeological finds, a bell collection, weapons and other miscellaneous items.

Also of interest in Pazin are the medieval church of St Mary and the 15th Century church of St Francis (Sv Frane).