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Trieste is a peculiar city that has been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until 1918.  Located a step away from Slovenia, it has historically been a place of contention for centuries being the meeting point between Mediterranean and Central Europe and it is now a melting pot of cultures and influences that have left indelible traces also in the architecture and in the gastronomy. Its atmosphere its special; no wonder why, in the past, great artists such as James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway and Umberto Saba decided to settle here. It is a unique place and certainly deserves a visit. And, if a visit of the city centre can be fit in one day , if you have more time on your hands, we suggest you to organize at least a 3 days break to discover the beauties of the surrounding of this extraordinary city. This is our recommendations for a 3 days itinerary. 3 DAYS IN TRIESTE Day One Your first day in Trieste should focus on the exploration of the city centre.  Start from Piazza Unità d'...

City Hall, Trieste Trieste is a city of great charm and beauty , perched between the homonymous gulf and the Karst hills along the thin strip of Italy that stretches on the side of Slovenia . Due to its strategic position it has always been one of the most active ports in the Adriatic sea and a meeting point between peoples and cultures that from east to west have found in this city an interesting crossroads where to stop. Piazza della Borsa, Trieste The 19th century appearance and the numerous Art Nouveau buildings should not be misleading: the history of Trieste has ancient origins. Over the centuries, empires and states have changed but Trieste has continued to play its frontier role, from the Roman age to the Republic of Venice, from the Habsburg Empire to the Cold War. Shopping mall, Trieste Gabriele D'Annunzio statue, Trieste Since most of the city landmarks are located around the city center, a full day may be enough to explore most of them and get an idea of this beautifu...