Motovun – story about truffles

Motovun has become a major tourist attraction due to its recognizable medieval shape and great climate. Visitors enjoy walking through the medieval streets, taking in views from the city walls. The natural beauty of the place leaves no one indifferent and it is a perfect place for those who love nature and adventures. Motovun cuisine is based on traditional Istrian recipes with white truffles act as a main character. These valuable delicacies are found in the Motovun Forest. An interesting fact is that a local caterer and truffle hunter with his dog Diana dug up one of the largest truffles ever found weighing 1.31 kg, on 2 November 1999. The Guinness World Records listed this truffle as the largest in the world.