Balbi's Arch Explained

Balbi's Arch (Croatian: Balbijev luk), in Rovinj, Croatia, was built in 1678–79.[1] The arch leads to Grisia Street. On one side, there is the carved head of a Turk while on the other is the carved head of a Venetian. It stands on the site of the old town gate.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Stari grad. rovinj.hr. City of Rovinj. Croatian. 4 January 2015.
  2. Web site: Things to do in Rovinj | Frommer's.