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Pula (Italian Pola, Slovenian Pulj) is the largest city in Istria, Croatia, at the southern tip of that peninsula, population 58,594 (2001). A majority of its citizens are Croats with 71.65% (2001 census).

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Italian - Slovenian - Istria - Croatia - Peninsula

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Like the rest of the region, it is known for its mild climate, tame sea, and unspoiled nature. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism. Pula has also been Istria's administrative center since ancient Roman times.

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Wine making - Fishing - Shipbuilding - Tourism - Ancient Roman

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