Svetvinčenat

This is a small village in Istrian Croatia dating to at least the 10th century. The village is dominated by Grimani Castle, shown in the 1st picture. The structure we see today dates to the 16th century.
The 2nd picture is of the main square of the town, considered a renaissance design. Grimani Castle is just to the left of the picture. In the center is St. Vincent's Church, originally dating to the 10th century and replaced in the 12th or 13th century. It was founded as part of a Benedictine monastery that was, in turn, dissolved in the 14th century with only the church surviving. The 3rd picture is in the nave.
The 4th and 5th pictures are of streets in the village that grew up around the monastery and the church. Much of the growth occurred in the 16th century after it became the property of a Venetian family.
The last picture is the product of a successful local business: Kampanjola Brewery that produces several fine brews.Read more