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Unusual Attractions in Trieste

Risiera di San Sabba

During World War II, this rice mill became a Nazi concentration camp.

Bora Trieste

The Adriatic's most famous wind can be reliably experienced in the city's Marina.

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Bagno Della Polizia

These pools have been abandoned for over 20 years.

3 miles from Trieste

Borgo Grotta Gigante, Italy

Grotta Gigante

One of the largest caves in the world open to the public.

4 miles from Trieste

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Skocjan Caves

This massive subterranean fissure is known as the "underground Grand Canyon."

10 miles from Trieste

Hrastovlje, Slovenia

Danse Macabre of Hrastovlje

The walls of this medieval church are covered with perfectly preserved frescos, including a pristine example of the Dance of Death.

11 miles from Trieste

Pietrapelosa

Croatia's "hairy stone" fortress is one of the most well preserved Istrian castles.

17 miles from Trieste

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