The municipality of Izola is in the northwestern part
of Istria and is a part of the Koper Littoral. The territory
has the shape of a triangle, which borders the municipality of
Koper in the east, the municipality of Piran in the south and
west, and the sea in the north. It has a Meditteranean climate
with mild winters and hot summers.
An inspiration
for artists and a town with several events
Izola is an inspiration for many artists, which have chosen
the town for creating and living. You can visit some of them
in their studios in the town centre , and get to know their
work and techniques. You can also buy a souvenir made of clay,
ceramics or burano glass, as well as various stained glasses,
graphics and paintings.
Visit the town with several events, which take place
throughout the year: film festival Kino otok, Olive, fish
and wine festival, International Ex-tempore, Eurofest,
sailing and rowing regattas, several folk concerts, Summer
theatre workshops, Dance campus and the traditional Festival
of fishermen , which is for many people an event, where they
meet up with acquaintances and friends. Also in autumn many
events enliven the town: Diplomatic Regatta, nautical fair
Izola Boat Show, the national gathering of the youngest film
makers, the festival of Slovene film video and computer
animation IZOLANIMA, and many other events.
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