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Located in the eastern part of Burgenland, close to the Hungarian border, Rust, Austria, is a small town famous for its wine and unique wetland landscape. As one of the most important wine regions in Burgenland, Rust is internationally renowned for its high quality Riesling and Viessner white wines, and its vineyards cover the surrounding hills in a charmingly idyllic setting. The city's well-preserved medieval old town with its colorful houses, cobblestone streets and old wine cellars is steeped in history. Rust is also part of the Lake Neuchiedler-Hanschatz National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage wetland that provides a habitat for birds and attracts nature lovers. The annual wine festival in the fall is the biggest event in the region, where visitors can taste great wines and experience traditional wine culture. This small town with its blend of nature and culture perfectly showcases the charm of life in eastern Austria.
Novigrad is a small seaside town in the western part of Croatia's Istrian Peninsula, known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic", located in the county of Sistavlje, close to the Italian border. Founded in the Middle Ages, the old town is built on a rocky peninsula, surrounded by well-preserved medieval walls, with winding cobblestone streets and Gothic and Renaissance buildings, including the landmark church of St. Petar and the 14th-century bell tower. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the town boasts crystal clear waters and secluded pebble beaches, such as "Lovers' Beach" and "Bella Vista Beach", popular for sailing, diving and other water sports. The gastronomic capital of the Istrian Peninsula is famous for its fresh seafood (e.g. cuttlefish risotto, grilled fish), traditional olive oil and local wines, and in the summer season its seaside restaurants and open-air cafes attract tourists from all over the world. With its perfect blend of historical heritage and natural beauty, Novigrad epitomizes Croatian culture and coastal vacations.