St. George cathedral

Cathedral Piran, Piran, Slovenia

What to expect

St. George's Cathedral, located on a hill above the town centre of Piran, is a Roman Catholic church built in the Venetian Renaissance architectural style. The church was dedicated to Saint George and features a free-standing bell tower, a baptistry, and a richly decorated interior with frescoes, sculptures, and ornate wood carvings. The church offers stunning views of the town and the coastline, making it a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the church, climb the bell tower for panoramic views, and see the nearby sacristy. The church is also home to several important artifacts, including a fragment of St. George's shin bone and a scrap of the shawl of St. Mary

Plan your family visit to the St. George cathedral with these blog insights 👇

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Coast of Slovenia with kids: 7 fun kids activities!

Coast of Slovenia with kids: 7 fun kids activities!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the cathedral and admired its beautiful bell tower

Highlights: We enjoyed the nice view of the city from the cathedral ✨