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Trieste is a wonderful place that has an idyllic setting backed by the green and white cliffs of a limestone plateau. Apart from spell-bounding natural beauty, it has fascinating history. Trieste was an inspiration for the Irish genius, James Joyce who lived here for many years and penned down his numerous famous works. It’s the place that certainly fueled his creative juices and fired his spirit. There is a famous bronze statue of Joyce that occupies a special place in this charming historic place. There are many historical sites churches and museums. Arco di Riccardo, 14th-century Cathedral of San Giusto, a medieval Castle of San Giusto and Roman basilica Museum of History and Art are the sites which no one can miss if on trip to this breathtaking place. It is Italy’s leading center of scientific research and a hotbed of theoretical physics, genetic engineering, biotechnology and astrophysics. Image Credit There are innumerable museums and historical sites to visit, but one can feel the real pulse of the city on its streets. One can get all the luxuries and trappings of modern wealth in Trieste but the walk at twilight has its own ambience that gives relaxed, timeless and priceless pleasures. Trieste satisfies the criteria of a remarkable destination. Make sure you put the Pearl of the Adriatic on your next Italian tour. Getting There: Trieste is well connected to other cities in Italy. Ronchi dei Legionari is the nearest airport. The A4 is a main motorway that connects Trieste to Venice and beyond. Koper and Ljubljana in Slovenia are the other road connections. Buses run from Udine, Venice, Padova and Grado in Italy and from Pula and Rijeka in Croatia.