The Roman theatre ruins:
The theatre was constructed by the Romans in the 2nd century. Parts of the theatre have been reconstructed but for the most part its still in ruins. It's a nice little place to see though! There is not much else to say about the place so you can just look at the pictures!
After walking around the Roman Theatre ruins we walked to the top of the hill where there is a castle. We walked around the outer walls before heading inside. Great views of Pula!
In 1630 this star shaped castle with four bastions was built by the Venetians atop the ruins of an early Roman fortress. It was built to protect the city and its harbour but today it houses the Historical Museum of Istria.
One of the four bastions.
Outer walls.
The tip of one of the bastions. 
View of Pula!
It was such a beautiful day and the view was spectacular!
Looking down on Allie, Emily, Paola, Kevin and Gabrielle.
Lookout tower.
View of the sea from the top of the hill. The bell tower is part of the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The front entrance.
Paola, Allie, Gabrielle, Emily, Kevin and I sitting on the canons.
Croatian flag and canons.
Museum entrance. You have to pay an entrance fee but there was no one at the booth to take our money so we just went in and looked around.On display in the museum were several collections on maritime history, shipbuilding, diplomas, insignia, coats-of-arms, weapons, coins, military equipment, maps and old photographs. We didn't spend too much time there but we looked around a bit.
Inner courtyard.
Me, Gabrielle and Emily!
In the summer the couryard is used for presentations and concerts.
View from atop Kaštel Hill infront of the Castle. The bell stand is apart of the Church of St. Francis.The Church of St. Francis was built in 1314 in late Romanesque style with Gothic additions. It is dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi.
Walking down the hill.
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