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Brtonigla is a small town in northwestern Istria, situated on a hill about 140 meters above sea level and four kilometers from the sea, on the road between Buje and Novigrad. In just around thirty square kilometers, all four Istrian soil types meet here — white, grey, black, and red — so the same grape variety from different plots yields noticeably different wines. For this reason, the town is known for its wines and olive oil. The settlement has a population of around 700 inhabitants.
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The parish church of Saint Zeno was built in 1862 in the Neo-Baroque style, on the site of an older church from 1480. It stands in the center of Brtonigla, and its bell tower is visible from the surrounding vineyards. The town also has the church of Saint Roch from the 14th century, the chapel of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the cemetery from the 16th century, and the church of All Saints.
The compact stone core of Brtonigla consists of narrow cobblestone streets, houses built from local limestone, and preserved gates from the Venetian period. The core also contains the parish church of Saint Zeno, whose bell tower is visible from the surrounding vineyards.
The gallery is set up in the former studio of academic sculptor and painter Aleksandar Rukavina (1934–1985), who moved to Brtonigla in 1971 and worked there until the end of his life. The permanent collection brings together 37 of his sculptures arranged chronologically, accompanied by a bust and a portrait dedicated to him by fellow artists. Visits are arranged through the local tourist board. During the summer, the gallery also hosts exhibitions, concerts, and workshops.
Grožnjan is a small hilltop town about ten kilometers from Brtonigla, known for its artist colony, galleries and studios housed in former Venetian buildings.
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A white grape variety most widely grown in Istrian vineyards. Wines made from it pair well with seafood and prosciutto, and wineries in the surrounding area welcome visitors for tastings.
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