Istria
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These trees are associated with mountainous terrain and are characteristic of the north-eastern Adriatic coast, where the mountain ranges of Istria and Dalmatia lie relatively close to the sea.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 21, 2026
The plane crashed around 12:30 p.m. during takeoff at the airport in the town of Pula, in the Istria peninsula, according to the Ministry of Sea, Traffic and Infrastructure.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 31, 2023
The temple stands beside the medieval town hall that flies the flags of Istria, Croatia, the European Union and Italy — a visual representation of Istria’s identity.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 14, 2021
Although colleagues are quick to highlight Lonzarich's influence, he never would — a practice that could be traced back to his upbringing, by Italian parents, on the Istria peninsula.
From Nature ● Sep. 26, 2017
The worthy saint must strike well before Barbaro of Istria sues to him for mercy.
From Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 5 November 1848 by Various
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