Franciscan Monastery in Pula

The Church and Monastery of St Francis are reached by climbing from Pula's historic centre between the Forum and Kaštel. The stone façade and comparatively restrained church architecture belong to medieval Pula, offering a contrast with the monumental Roman buildings below. Late Romanesque and Gothic features meet in the church, with carefully dressed stone blocks contributing strongly to its appearance. The adjoining monastic setting gives this stop a different rhythm from the busier Forum. On a walking route, link St Francis with Kandlerova Street and the cathedral, or continue uphill towards Kaštel; the relationship between church, ascending streets and fortress explains the complex's position within the city.