Miramare Marine Reserve lies in front of the homonymous castle. Today the reserve represents a major test rig for the experimentation of new educational and scientific methods regarding the knowledge and conservation of the marine ecosystem. A leading cultural, educational, and scientific area, the Marine Reserve is committed to maintain and protect the marine environment of Miramare, where geomorphological, physical, and chemical features create a precious biodiversity casket representing the biotic communities of the Upper Adriatic Sea.