📜 Croatia's 'hairy stone' fortress, one of Istria's best-preserved castles. 🔍 Stands above the Bračana River Valley, second largest on the peninsula. Known for moss, its name means 'hairy stone' in Italian. Constructed during the Middle Ages, first mentioned around 965 AD. The Gothic castle was surrounded by three-story walls, once included a four-story watchtower and a chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene. The last service was performed there in 1793. Though most of the main building burned down in the 1620s, people continued to inhabit the fortress until it was eventually abandoned in the 18th century. # Why Go🏰 Explore a well-preserved medieval fortress 🏞️ Enjoy views of Bračana River Valley 📜 Discover rich history and unique architecture