Discover the Glagolitic Avenue: Istria's Cultural Trail for Families!

Discover the Glagolitic Avenue: Istria's Cultural Trail for Families!

The Glagolitic Avenue in Istria, Croatia, is a unique hiking trail that appeals to both nature lovers and culture enthusiasts. With a length of about 6 to 7 kilometers, the trail connects the picturesque villages of Roč and Hum. This route is not only easy to walk, but also offers good accessibility for visitors as both locations can be reached by car. It is also possible to organize a taxi or return on the same route. Loud wmn.de The hike takes about two hours and is ideal for beginners and families.

On their way, the hikers experience the important Glagolitic script, which is considered the oldest Slavic alphabet. This hiking trail was initiated between 1977 and 1983 by the Čakavski sabor, an association promoting Istrian culture. The Glagolitic Alley serves as a reminder of the tradition of Glagolitic writing and the most important saints of the Slavs, Cyril and Methodius. Over the years it has acquired symbolic meaning as an expression of national and cultural identity.

Art and culture along the way

The Glagolitic Avenue was designed by the sculptor Želimir Janeš, who designed a total of eleven impressive stone sculptures. These sculptures symbolize the Glagolitic writing tradition and can be discovered while hiking. Among the impressive works is the Column of the Čakavian Folk Assembly, which is shaped with the Glagolitic letter “S”. The other sculptures are.

• Der Tisch von Kyrill und Method
• Der Sitz des Kliment von Ohrid
• Das glagolitische Lapidarium
• Die Schlucht der kroatischen Luzidar
• Der Aussichtspunkt des Gregor von Nin
• Der Aufstieg des Istrischen Gesetzbuches
• Die Mauer der kroatischen Protestanten und Häretiker
• Der Rastplatz von Žakan Juri
• Das Denkmal für Widerstand und Freiheit
• Das Stadttor von Hum

This project, realized by Professor Josip Bratulić, not only recalls the centers of Glagolitic literature in the Middle Ages, but also promotes understanding of Slavic origins and the art of writing that has existed from the 9th century to the present day. Loud istra.hr The avenue is therefore an important cultural monument of Glagolica.

The surroundings of the hiking trail in the Istrian hills offer quiet nature, ideal for those seeking relaxation. The best time for this hike is between spring and autumn, when nature is in full bloom and hikers can enjoy the silence and beauty of the landscape. For those interested in history and culture, the Glagolitic Alley is not just a hiking trail, but a journey into the history and legacy of Slavic writing traditions.