Motovun

Went to Motovun to go truffle hunting and didn’t realize I would be stepping into a magical world.  I stayed in Old Town.  It is a town on top of a hill.   Surrounded by castle walls.  Bathed in fog in the early morning.  It unveils itself as the sun rises.  It is a beautiful sight to behold.  Gives me indescribable energy and brings peace. 

Legend has it that Motovun was built by giants. The giants were able to pass rocks and tools to each other in building these hilltop towns.  Legend and stories by Vladimir Nazor told of Veli Jože, the gentle giant was so strong he could shake the bell tower with his bare hands.

Some new age scientists believe this small town is special because of its location at the intersection of the energy meridians of the Earth, the so-called Dragon Lines.  These meridians carry the positive life energy of the Earth through the landscape, and a powerful source of positive energy is created at their intersections, through which the planet Earth breathes. Such an energy charge has a relaxing and calming effect on people, increasing their concentration and spirituality, making them feel rested and invigorated. It is also good for meditation, develops creativity and, perhaps the most beautiful of all, increases tolerance.  No wonder i felt so much peace there.

Motovun is surrounded by forests, and it emerges from on top of its hill on foggy mornings – the forests contain the kingdom of truffles, the famous subterranean fungi. No wonder Motovun was magical.
I ate nothing, but truffles.  Of course I did eat a gelato and a chocolate croissant, but everything else was with truffles. 
Leaving the magic, perhaps to return one day, I went back to Split. 

Needless to say, I loved Motovun.  It is truly a magical place and I hope to return one day.  I met some wonderful people.  The owners of a coffee shop in a historical building is a Filipino family and their son was a joy to talk to.  The owner of the apartment I rented made sure I was comfortable and helped me with transportation.  I felt the energy and peace of the place and some day I will return.