The most beautiful village of Julian Venice

Venice of the Julian Mountains (Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Italian) is a magical region in the north-east of Italy. This colourful area offers not only the Adriatic coast and dramatic mountains, but also a number of stunning historicalhistoric villages that are among the most beautiful in Italy and are included in the prestigious I Borghi più belli d'Italia group. Here's a selection of the most beautiful villages of Julian Venice.

1. Cividale del Friuli

The historic town of Cividale del Friuli on the Natisone River is famous for its glorious Lombard history (it was the capital of the Lombard Kingdom). Here you will find Roman monuments, medieval bridges and charming streets with colourful houses. A great place for history and architecture lovers.

2. Gradisca d'Isonzo

A picturesque town with a medieval fortress and a medieval centre that has retained its authentic character. The town is famous amongst wine growers - the surrounding area is full of vineyards, where Friulano wine comes from.

3. Aquileia

The historic town and UNESCO site of Aquileia is famous for its Roman ruins. Visiting the basilica with its mosaics and the old Roman quarters is like stepping back in time.

Aquileia

4. Portogruaro

Another historic town with typical medieval bridges and Renaissance palaces, Portogruaro. One of the greatest gems is the magnificent square with its arcaded corridors where you can admire the architecture.

5. Concordia Sagittaria

Concordia Sagittaria, a town with Roman monuments and a beautiful basilica. An important city during the Roman Empire, today a quiet place for history and archaeology lovers.

6. Valvasone

A village with a medieval castle where you can explore various historical and artistic monuments. The atmosphere here is absolutely magical - the castle, the narrow streets, the charming square.

7. Cordovado

Cordovado is an elegant historic village with a castle complex, monasteries and romantic streets lined with medieval houses. The village retains its tranquillity and traditional rural atmosphere.

Cordovado

8. Palmanova

Palmanova is shaped like a nine-pointed star, with a central square from which a network of streets radiate out like spokes. Today you can walk through the well-preserved walls or the historic gates. Palmanova is a unique combination of architectural art, history and peaceful atmosphere that rightly ranks it among the most beautiful historic villages in Italy.

Our tip

Nature: the breathtaking Alps, the Dolomiti Friulane National Park, the beaches of the Adriatic and lakes like Lago di Cavazzo.
Gastronomy.
Tradition and culture: festivals, craft markets and the fusion of three cultures - Italian, Slovenian and Austrian - in everyday life.