Roman Walls of Pula

The city walls represent the oldest part of the Roman defensive walls. At this time, Pula was part of the Roman Empire and its geographical location was strategic, so that it could defend against invasions. The walls were destroyed and improved with each reconstruction. The Gate of Hercules is the oldest monument of Roman architecture in Pula, built around the first century BC. The face of Hercules is carved into the central stone. This then became the symbol of the ancient city of Pola, the Roman Pula. He is represented in what looks like a gown. The inscription on the door indicates that the