Koper, just three miles south of the Italian border and four miles east of Izola, has a small marina with 75 berths and an amazing old town. Strolling through the narrow streets it is worth visiting the Pretorian Palace, which combines Venetian and Gothic style, as well as the belfry of the city, from where you have a fantastic view to the city and the harbor.
By visiting Isola you can see and feel the European history of different centuries. Until the end of the 18th century, this town belonged to the Venetian Republic and then succumbed to the Napoleonic army. Then, until the end of the First World War, this region belonged to the territory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After WWI it became part of the Italian kingdom. In 1954, the city became part of the newly created Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia and afterwards became independent when Slovenia was formed as a seperate country.
The romantic bay of Piran is one of the most popular tourist resorts in the country. Many travelers come by bus from Portoroz, which has a much more touristic shape. On the other hand the old town of Piran remained the same for centuries what why it is so famous. Venetian architecture and a modern marina encourage you to stay in this small town. In calm weather you can anchor calmly here.
Portoroz, on the other hand, is a tourist city with bustling beaches, modern hotels and nightlife - two miles southeast of Piran.
