The castle Črni Kal was mentioned in the 11th century and called “Town” or “Old Town” and stands on a 30 meter high cliff and could be reached by a 4 meter long drawbridge. The fortress is situated on the main road through Rižana valley towards Klanec, between the Adriatic coast and the interior, on the border between the Venetians and Habsburg interests. It was a resting place for trader man and travellers.
Place: Črni Kal – (Koper)