Buje

Buje is a city situated in Istria, Croatia's westernmost peninsula, population 5,340 (2001). It was known as the "sentinel of Istria" for its hilltop site located 10 km inland from the Adriatic sea. The city that is administratively a part of the Istria County, still commands an excellent panorama. Buje has a rich history; traces of life in the region date back to prehistoric times.
Coordinates:
45°25'N 13°40'E
Country:
Croatia
County:
Istria County
Area:
City - 110 km2 (42.47 sq mi)
Elevation:
222 m (728 ft)
Population (2001)
City
5,340
Time zone
CET (UTC+1)
Post code
52460
Area code(s)
(0)52
Licence plate
PU
Buje is a town situated in Istria, Croatia's westernmost peninsula, population 5,340 (2001). Buje was known as the "sentinel of Istria" for its hilltop site located 10 km inland from the Adriatic sea. It still commands an excellent panorama. Buje has a rich history; traces of life in the region date back to prehistoric times.


