The way of life in Istria is distinctive and interesting, both according to temperament and principle. The Istrian chest is a synonym for strong family values. In it, mothers have invested their most valuable property, and keep the secrets of their daughters. The Mediterranean fertile land and the easygoing sea have created a laid-back way of life. According to old Christian traditions, every town and village has its protector. In the summer in Istria, they are alive with small folk festivals on town squares that are dedicated to their saint.
