Located in central Istria, about a 2.5-hour drive from the Croatian capital Zagreb, the medieval hilltop town of Hum is home to between 20 and 30 people (21 according to the 2015 national census). 2011 and 27 people in 2021).
With only two streets and three blocks of houses, the smallest town on the planet appears before visitors with its unique Croatian charm.
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Hum town is famous for being the smallest town on the planet, with only 27 residents at most.
The town was first mentioned in 1102 as Cholm (from Colmo in Italian). Initially, this place was simply a watchtower, built to ensure that the area was not suddenly attacked by outside forces. Over time, a small town began to grow around the tower, mainly inhabited by the guards and their families.
With a length of only 100m and a width of 30m, it is easy to understand why Hum is considered the smallest town in the world.
The reputation of ‘ the world’s smallest town ‘ has done wonders for Hum and today tourism is considered one of the two main sources of income for the locals, along with agriculture.
With a length of only 100m and a width of 30m, it is easy to understand why Hum is considered the smallest town in the world.
To add charm to the place, locals do their best to welcome visitors to film and walk along one of the town’s only two cobbled streets, admiring the medieval architecture that unique charm.
St. Jerome’s Church and the ancient bell tower are very well preserved to this day, painting a picture of an idyllic small town steeped in history, away from the chaos and stress of modern life. grand.
Although there is only one restaurant in town, the unique culinary culture here still impresses many tourists. Hum is famous for humska biska, a form of rakija (brandy) prepared according to a thousand-year-old secret recipe with white mistletoe and some other ingredients. This drink is considered medicine by the people.
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Tourism is considered one of the two main sources of income for the people of Hum town, along with agriculture.
Hum town also has a museum displaying a number of works of art, crafts and souvenir shops to serve visitors.
Hum is also the last stop on Glagolitic Alley, a peaceful 7km long road, connecting from Roc village, with 11 special monuments. The statues on this route were sculpted to honor the Glagolitic alphabet, the first Slavic alphabet and the earliest form of writing to appear in Croatia.
The walls of Hum still retain traces of frescoes and Glagolitic verse, making it a site of historical and cultural significance in the region.
