Trieste lies at the northernmost tip of the Adriatic Sea in north-eastern Italy, at the head of the Gulf of Trieste on a narrow strip of Italian territory near the border with Slovenia.
It is the capital of the autonomous region of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Thanks to its deep-water port, Trieste is the maritime gateway to Northern Italy, Germany, Austria and Central Europe. It is also an important research centre in Europe and hosts many international organisations and institutions.
Trieste is a city rich in beauty and culture, with a cosmopolitan character influenced by a unique mix of languages, peoples and religions. For centuries it has been a bridge between Central Europe and the Mediterranean, at the crossroads of Latin, Slavic and Germanic cultures. The heart of the city, Piazza Unità d'Italia, is Europe's largest seafront square, surrounded by monumental buildings. It's view from the Molo Audace, a pier extending 200 metres into the sea, is particularly spectacular.
Nearby you can admire the majestic Canal Grande and the Greek Orthodox Church of San Nicolò. In the distance, the white silhouette of Miramare Castle gazes out over the gulf. The romantic residence of Maximilian and Charlotte of Habsburg, it now welcomes the public to explore its collection of original furnishings and stroll through its lush park.
Watching the sun set over the sea of Trieste is an exquisite experience, where the golden hours dance on the waves, creating a breathtaking symphony of colours and emotions.
