1500 years ago in June, the citizens of Koper celebrated their patron saint, St Nazarius. On this festive day, the city was decorated with lavender and its special scent gave a festive touch to the city. The townspeople sold lavender bouquets and the typical ‘bussolai’ cookies. On this day, there was also a St Nazarius fair and a procession through the streets of Koper with the saint’s relics. This year, this important event and rich tradition will be revived on 15 and 16 June.