Visit Korčula – The birthplace of the Marco Polo
Visit Korčula – an island ideal for enjoying 365 days a year. You will be delighted by its historical stories, cultural heritage and natural beauty. Enjoy a walk through the streets adorned with old stone houses, the beautiful Adriatic Sea and the most beautiful beaches. Fall in love with romantic sunsets, unique dance performances, top indigenous wines and Korčula gastronomy that leaves no one indifferent. Make Your holidays filled with memories.
Filled with history.
According to legend, when the island was discovered by the Greek hero Antenor fleeing Troy, the island was called “Korkyra Melaina” or “Black Korčula” because of the dense forest of oak and pine. Explore this city full of sights starting from the walls and towers that defended the position of this city, through Romanesque churches and cathedrals to Vela Spila and the Land Gate of Korčula. Also do not miss to visit the fortress Forteca and the Saint Antony’s Church where are lookouts with a beautiful view of the island.
Take the opportunity and visit the birthplace of the famous travel writer Marco Polo, who was captured during the naval battle and who talked about his travels to the Far East. That is how the book “II Millions” was created, which is read 700 years later. Today, his house has been turned into a Marco Polo Museum and is an unavoidable attraction for every tourist from any part of the world.
Filled with intangible heritage.
Listed on the List of European intangible cultural heritage in 2012, “klapa” singing is an unavoidable performance that you should attend. Klapa is a group of six to nine singers who draw their tradition from the south of Croatia – from the coastal and island regions.
Another unique tradition of Korčula, inscribed on the UNESCO list of intangible heritage is Moreška – dance with swords. These attractive dances are a favorite attraction of every tourist. They are performed during the summer months and show the battle between the black and white king and their armies for the love of one girl – Bula.
Enjoy the Korčula triathlon challenge of Marco Polo, which takes place in September, and explore this magical island full of attractions through triathlon disciplines.
Top-quality wines and gastronomy.
Korčula stands out in the production of top-quality wine that you will have the opportunity to try. Listen to the story of how the production of one glass of wine ran from the smallest grape berry all the way to your table. One of the most famous Korčula varieties – Pošip, Grk, Rukatac, and Plavac mali will delight you with its taste and excellence.
Here you will find traditional Korčula desserts that you must not miss – from “cukarin”, “klašun”, and “prikle” to delicious “Rožata”. Bring the sweetest flavors and memories from the Island.
Filled with natural beauty.
Filled with promenades and a lookout points with divine views of the surrounding places, Korčula is an ideal place for nature lovers. Surrounded by dense forests of oak and pine, vineyards and olive groves, beautiful coves with a white pebble beach it is a perfect destination for a real dream vacation. Place towels on the unavoidable beach Pupnasta Luka, which is adorned with exceptional purity of water, and if you are really lucky, you may see frequent groups of bottlenose dolphins wandering the shores of Korčula.
Of only one percent of the known species of popular orchids in Europe, as many as 49 different species thrive on this beautiful Adriatic island. In addition, the richness of marine flora and fauna, underwater rock formations, and miraculous caves like the “Blue Hole” cave, attract many diving lovers to new underwater adventures.
Apart from the town of Korčula, the island of Korčula is full of beautiful nearby places such as Badi, Vela Luka, Lumbarda, Smokvica, and Blato rich in historical features and natural beauty.
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