Art and Secrets of Piran: A Guided Tour through History and Culture

Activity

Start Location: Cankarjevo nabrežje 7, 6330 Piran • Show on the map

Duration

2 hours

Description

Experience Piran through the eyes of art, history, and the creative spirit that has shaped this coastal town over the centuries. On a guided tour with an experienced local guide, you will discover the rich cultural heritage and the stories hidden behind the stone facades, artistic details, and squares.

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Program

Secrets Waiting to be Discovered

On this unique tour, you will learn how the city of Piran commissioned artworks from the finest Renaissance masters, such as Domenico Tintoretto and Vittore Carpaccio, why it is called the "City of Music," and how it became a prominent film location.

Behind the Scenes of the City

We will take you to five exceptional interiors, usually closed to the public. Among them, you will visit Tartini Theatre with its stunning Art Nouveau paintings and discover hidden artworks such as Spacal’s mosaic, Lenassi’s creations, and other treasures held within the old town center. Piran will impress you with art at every step – from Gothic details to the pure elegance of Classicism and modern artistic practices. You will also meet Piran's artists, who continue the centuries-old tradition of creativity and intertwine it with the present day.

Stories Whispers by the Streets

During the tour, you will hear unwritten legends preserved by the locals in oral tradition, as well as stories about artworks and architecture that reveal hidden layers of the city’s history. Experience Piran in an exclusive way that will leave you with unforgettable impressions and a deep respect for the artistic heritage of this city. This experience is conducted under the guidance of Polona Senčar, the owner of the renowned agency Maona, specialized in cultural tourism and art experiences.

Start location: Cankarjevo nabrežje 7, 6330 Piran • Show on the map

The guide will wait for you in front of the Maona Gallery.

Minimum number of participants

2

Maximum number of participants

15

Difficulty level

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