Some sources suggest that as early as 1765, the Piran town council considered relocating the graveyard from its current location in the parish garden to a site outside the town walls. However, the new graveyard was not construc ...

The church, dedicated to the patron saint of plague-infected, disabled, and prisoners, is documented in a testament from Piran dating back to 1557. Its current Baroque form dates to the 17th century. Featuring a single nave ado ...

This church in Piran, dating back to 1272, is among the city's oldest. Tradition suggests it was funded by Lady Bona, widow of Giovanni de Vitale, and was constructed outside the town walls near the old port, now Tartini Square ...

The church, originally constructed in 1439 by the Brotherhood of Holy Mary with a Girdle, underwent significant Baroque reconstruction in the early 17th century, erasing evidence of its original form. In 1570, the ...

The church, dating back to 1404 and financed by Lady Engaldruda de Vanto, initially followed a Gothic design, evident in its nave and cross vault. Later, during the Baroque period, renovations added th ...

In the early 17th century, during the renovation of the church complex, the original bell tower was replaced with a new, freestanding campanile, inspired by the St. Marc campanile in Venice. Erected between 1600 and 1615, this ...

Fornače Beach, situated in Piran, features a combination of gravel and concrete surfaces. Access points are designed to accommodate individuals with disabilities, and wooden terraces provide additional sunbathing areas for visi ...

Fiesa Beach, located to the east of Piran town in Slovenia, offers a range of amenities and natural attractions. Shaded by pine trees, it features a large lawn with a playground, shallow waters, and pebbles, making it a favored ...

Piran's renowned city lodge. The current Coastal Gallery occupies the location where the old town loggia once stood. It was linked on one side to the Town Hall and on the other to the Church of St. James. According to the city ...

The Dolphin Center in Piran is managed by Morigenos, the Slovenian Marine Mammal Society. The center's mission is to illuminate the world of dolphins through immersive experiences and education. Dolphins, as apex predators, pla ...

The Parish Museum of St. George is a place of historical wonder, housing the treasures of St. George's Parish Church - Piran, including its catacombs and interior. Here, you'll find intriguing artifacts like a silver-plated sta ...

The baptistery exhibits an octagonal configuration and constitutes the most recent addition to the church's baroque ensemble. Access is granted through a stairwell. Among its artifacts, the baptistery houses a Roman tombstone d ...

The lighthouse, positioned at Piran city's peninsula tip, rests on a Venetian wall bastion, likely restructured between the 16th and 17th centuries from a medieval structure. Notably, it displays coats of arms from 1617 and a 1 ...

The courthouse was constructed on the grounds formerly occupied by the Fontik, a storage facility for grain and flour during the 14th century. In the 16th century, the city pawnshop building was incorporated into this location. ...

The Piran City Library came into existence on 23rd March 1956 through a decree by the Municipal Committee. Functioning as the primary library for the municipality of Piran, it caters to the needs of several nearby localities, i ...

The Church of St Clement, dedicated to the patron saint of sailors, was initially documented in the 13th century. Following the plague epidemic in the 17th century, it underwent a name change to become the Our Lady of Health Ch ...

1st of May Square was originally called Stari trg (The Old Square) or Piazza Vecchia, as it once was the main square and many of Piran’s main streets lead towards it. In the middle of the square there is a stone reservoir for r ...

The Benečanka Historical House is the most beautiful house built in the mid 15th century in Venetian-Gothic style. It features rich stone ornaments and a vivid Gothic corner balcony, making it a standout architectu ...

The Museum of Underwater Activities in Piran is a haven for diving enthusiasts intrigued by Piran's strong maritime heritage. Delve into history as the museum unveils the lives of early divers and submariners, providing insight ...

Mediadom Pyrhani is a cultural hub and multimedia museum situated in Piran, operated by Avditorij Portorož. It stands as the sole facility of its kind along the Slovenian coast since 2015, offering a diverse range of cultural a ...