Oprtalj

There are a few reasons for this decline:

Economic changes: the traditional economy of the area was based on agriculture, particularly the production of wine, olive oil and other crops. However, with the rise of industrial agriculture and the decline in demand for traditional istrian products, many small farmers and producers were unable to compete and went out of business. This led to a decline in economic opportunities in the area, making it difficult for young people to find work and leading to a decline in population.

Migration: many young people from Oprtalj and other rural are as of Istria have migrated to cities and other countries in search of better economic opportunities. This has led to a decline in the number of young people in the area, making it more difficult to sustain a vibrant community.

Aging population: as young people have left the area, the population of Oprtalj and other rural are as of Istria has become increasingly elderly. This has led to a decline in the number of families and children in the area, making it more difficult to sustain community services such as schools and health care.