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33 Vela Luka yellow pages h 34 Blato t 38 Blato map 39 Blato yellow pages 40 Smokvica and Brna 45 Brna map/yellow pages 47 Pupnat 48 Račišće TO WELCOME 49 Žrnovo and Kočje 51 Korčula 56 Korčula map 57 Korčula yellow pages 59 Lumbarda 61 Lumbarda yellow pages 62 Events 64 9 days on the island of Korčula 66 Map of Korčula island 69 Traffic connections and timetable 72 Dictionary/Souvenirs 73 Our training firm project 74 Basic info for Croatia Dear tourist, Impressum Y ou have come to a beautiful PUBLISHER Vela Luka High School, 20 270 Vela Luka HEADMASTER Tonči Andreis island, and we have made every EDITOR Maja Tičinović Žuvela, prof. effort to produce a guide that AUTHORS students of Vela Luka High School training firm Odisej d.o.o. will give you all the necessary ART DIRECTOR Žarko Tičinović information, so you can to TRANSLATION Andrea Živko, prof. LECTORS: Marica Bahlen, David Andrich enjoy this island and all its IN COLABORATION WITH: Vela Luka Tourist Board, Blato Tourist Board, Smokvica Tourist Board, Korčula Tourist beauty and richness. Board and Lumbarda Tourist Board We wish you pleasant and fun stay. PHOTOS: TB Vela Luka, Municipality of Vela Luka, TB Blato, TB Smokvica, TB Lumbarda, Kantun Tours agency, Odisej d.o.o., Franc Stenek, Darko Dragojević, Davor i Damir Dragojević, Training firm of High School Vela Luka Dorjan Dragojević, Marin Baničević, Marko Jelušić, Sani All compliments and critics are welcome Sardelić, Vinka Damjanović, Duško Miojević, Darija Duka, on our e- mail address: [email protected] Andrea Novaković, Ribafish, Romildo Vučetić, Vinka Prizmić, Tihana Oreb, Nađa Šperac and pupils of our school You can find out more about 3 PRINTED BY Slobodna Dalmacija d.d., Split us on facebook CIRCULATION 10 000 copies ‘Welcome to...’ is a yearly edition and is free of charge ORČULA ISLAND OF K e Island of h t Korčula

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME The island of Korčula is a beautiful island which will enchant you with its natural beauty and its cultural treasures. Every place on the island is unique and interesting in its own way. The town of Lumbarda is famous for its sandy beaches and excellent assortment of locally grown wines. The city of Korčula is a tourist centre with rich cultural inheritance. Račišće is a sea port and has a long tradition of navigation, it is a place that lives by the sea and with the sea. In Žrnovo you can see natural park Kočje. Pupnat is one of the oldest villages on the island where the king of the national army Kumpanija had his seat. Čara and Smokvica are famous for their high quality wines, and Vela Luka, although the youngest place on the island, hides the prehistoric secrets of life of this area in its Big Cave. Mild climate, clean air and serene sea, together with springs of liman – medicine mud, contributed to the development of health tourism on the island. Therapeutic mud can be found in several localities on the 4 island, but it is particularly used in a modern spa centre Kalos in Vela Luka. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

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On the island of Korčula you Climate this island second largest in can choose between a calm, The island of Korčula is a south population in the Adriatic. romantic vacation and active Dalmatian island situated in Climate is very mild, of vacation with cycling, hiking, parallel with the land in the Mediterranean features. boat rental or diving. You can west-east course. It is long 46, The island of Korčula has an also combine all of this into 8 km, the average width is 5, 3 average of over 2,700 hours of a combination that suits you -7, 8 km. It is the sixth largest sunny weather annually. That personally. Adriatic island. Coastal area is is the highest number of sunny This is the island that can offer 182 km long. The coast is well- days in Croatia, therefore the you a different experience every indented; it has a lot of bays nice weather and warm sea day. We hope that you will and coves. It has a population can be enjoyed for the great discover it and enjoy everything of approximately 16,000 part of the year. In winter the this island has to offer. inhabitants which makes temperature is rarely below 10 °C. In the summer the average temperature is 26, 9 °C while the maximum temperature rises up to 40 °C. Snow falls very seldom in winter and it becomes a special experience 6 for the inhabitants. The average Mild climate is ideal for growing plants like olives or lavanda sea temperature in March helping you feel like brand new... • all kinds of chronically ofchronically • allkinds “Kalos” resort health treated successfully inthe following deseasescanbe medicaltechniques, modern medical science and of natural factors, modern meansofapplication By • all kinds of post-traumatic ofpost-traumatic • allkinds pectoral • painfulneck, degenerative degenerative and inflammatory rheumatism - and nerves) and nerves) joints, muscles, tendons system ofbones, (injuries states ofthelocomotoric brachialgias andpareses) (lumboischialgias, syndromes, discopathias and lumbocacral spine Specialized clinicfor rehabilitation medical • post injury states, vascular states, vascular • postinjury oflocomotoric • allkind • cerebral paralysis and • spinal column deformations insults andneurocerebral states system postoperative inchildren injuries other locomotoric systems hyperiordoses) scolioses(kyphoses, and Shiatsu treatments Lymph drainage Lymph Natural liman Pearl baths Massages www.kalos.hr, [email protected] P Obala 3br. 3,20270 Vela Luka F ax: 020/812-002 hone: 020/755-100 3 weeks. 3 weeks. lasting 10days, 2weeks or following theprograms conditions, bad working for thosewhowork in preventive rehabilitation isalsopossibleto practice It • outjoint rheumatisms health resort “Kalos”.resort health for of theconstruction was themainprerequisite together withamildclimate This healingmudliman mud-liman. which hasaspecialhealing there isabay namedKale thegulfof In Vela Luka, system diseases system diseases aureus Dalmaticus), mongoose (Mungus mungo) and a variety of birds and song-birds. Wildlife of the island includes rabbits, ORČULA pheasants, wild geese, boars and even deer which can be found on a small islet of Badija. The sea is rich with fish, crustaceans, shells and sea-urchins. ISLAND OF K e

h P eople, History, t Culture and Customs is 12, 9 °C, and in summer first example of the plant was Korčula’s Greek name is Korkyra 22, 3 °C. The most frequent found and used as a sample for Melaina (lat. Corcyra Nigra). wind in summer is the west the first description of its kind. Name Korkyra is tied to a wind – maestral, in winter The sample is being kept in the legend of beautiful nymph

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME southeast – jugo or northwest Botanic museum in Zürich. The Kerkyra, daughter of Asop, – tramontana. same sample was only found, God of Rivers. Zeus, the God Korčula is one of the most except on the island of Korcula, of the Sea, fell in love with her, forested Adriatic islands. The in Italy on the peninsula Monte kidnapped her and held her most frequent are pine trees – Gargano. This kind of plant is in captivity on the island. This Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis), spread on a very restrained area. name Korčula shares with the Pinus pine (Pinus pinea), Of about 25,000 known species Greek island of Corfu in Ionian Dalmatian black pine (Pinus of orchids in the world, only Sea. Epithet black (melaina) nigra Dalmatica). There are a lot about 1% are found in Europe. comes from the dense pine of cypress (Cypressus) and thick, Only on the island of Korčula 35 woods which appear black wild-grown woods of holm-oak, different species of orchid can when watched from the sea. wild olives, carob and laurel. be found. Korčula is mentioned as Krkar You can also see palm-trees, The most interesting animals by Konstantine Porfirogenet in eucalyptus, bougainvillea, that can be found on the island 10th century. oleander, Australian laurel and are: else rare jackal (Canis The inhabitants of Korčula various cacti. There are also self-grown medical and aromatic plants: sage, rosemary, immortelle, lavender, mint, thyme, oregano, marjoram and a lot of plants that are eatable. At the beginning of the autumn one can pick different sorts of mushrooms, and in the spring asparagus and black bryony. An endemic plant black orchid can also be found on the island. Vela Luka is mentioned as ‘Iocus 8 classicus’ of this orchid. ‘Locus classicus’ is the place where the drugstore ORČULA

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KORCULA BLATO.indd 1 5/31/12 2:41 PM today use all the benefits of the modern age, while at the same time they respect the tradition and live in keeping compliance ORČULA with nature. Almost every family is engaged in agriculture, mostly wine grapes and olives, together with the job that ensures them their existence. Some families

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h It is hard to establish with t certainty which place on the island is the oldest. Some say Pupnat, some Blato. What is certain, however, is that the island of Korčula is inhabited

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME from the ancient times. Illyrians were the first inhabitants, they were followed by the Greeks and the Romans. Croats came to the island in the 7th century. They all left their marks on the island; every place keeps secrets of ancient history. It is a part of the beauty of this, for tourists, still undiscovered island.

10 The Statute of City Archeology and the Island of Badija Korčula The tracks of prehistoric life can It dates from 13th century ORČULA be found on several localities on and it is the second oldest the island. The oldest are findings example of legislation among of the stone knives dating from Slavs. Experts believe that it neolith era on the island of Badija, was first drafted in 1214. Two near the city of Korčula. old handwritten copies are

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Big Cave in Rome, and the other in a h t In Vela Luka there is a Big private collection of the Kapor Cave, one of the most eminent family in Korčula. and richest Mediterranean archaeological cave sites. The findings are currently preserved Psephism of

in Vela Luka Centre for Culture. Lumbarda TO WELCOME It dates from 3rd century B.C. Tradition Žukovica Cave and shows evidence of the Korčula cherishes many old This cave is situated between existence of Greek settlement customs, some of them are: the bay of Vaja and the bay of in this area. It is kept in the Sword dances Račišće. Archaeological Museum in Knight dances are performed Zagreb, while the findings from on the patron’s day of a Jakas Cave the destroyed necropolis from particular place. Today they Jakas Cave is situated in the area the area of Sutivan, dating from are performed more often so of Žrnovo, south of Podstrana, 3rd century B.C., are kept in the numerous tourists can enjoy above the Rasohatica bay. City Museum in Korčula. them.

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Mediterranean as it once was

Kumpanija is performed in Klape way men courted to women. Blato, Vela Luka, Smokvica, Klapa is a group of six to nine Today, this kind of courtship is a Čara and Pupnat. singers. Klapas used to sing in rarity, but klapa singing stayed In Žrnovo Moštra is performed, accapela style in the evening in preserved. In summer you and Moreška in Korčula. the centre of the place, in a tavern can listen to klapa in taverns, These dances show the battles or by the shore for their own restaurants or on a concert. If you between the conquerors and pleasure. Often they used to sing wish to experience real soul of 12 national army and present a serenades under their loved one’s Dalmatia, do not miss a chance to real spectacle. window in night hours. These listen to live klapa singing. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Carnival Meje the equator could be belted one Carnival time begins the day of Meje testify of intense and a half times. One cannot Mediterranean as it once was The Three Kings and lasts until agricultural activity, farming and look at ‘meje’ without a strong the beginning of the Lent. It is winegrape cultivation. ‘Meje’ are sense of admiration for patience a period of joy and fun. Each stone terraces – dry-walls. and hard word of the people place organizes a costumed These stone terraces have who used to build them. Today, dance. historically prevented the rain except for useful purposes, ‘meje’ or water to take away the land also present the natural beauty Vrtujci from hilly terrain. The stone for that will surprise many visitors. and toretas the construction of ‘meje’ was ‘Vrtujci’ are dry-wall extracted from the parts where Stone houses structures built in a specific it was required, i.e. extracted If you decide to explore the hills way – by round piling from the ground where it was surrounding any of the places of stone panels. necessary to be taken out. on the island, you will find many They are coved with Otherwise, it would have slowed stone houses built also in a dry- conic truss. In history they down the growth of plants. In wall techinque. Those houses served as a shelter from rain. some places ‘meje’ served as were used to facilitate working Also, people used to eat, rest the boundary walls separating in the fields. For example, during or keep their farm tools there. the land among the owners. the period of fig harvesting There are around 15 of them in They are incorporated with the whole family would move to the Vela Luka region. surroundning in such a degree house on the hill so the work The biggest ‘vrtujak’ in the Vela that they look like a part of the could be done faster and easier. Luka region is situated in Gornja landscape. Almost every hill on Upon the completion of this Njivica and is 4.23 meters tall. In the island is covered with ‘mejas’, work, they would go back to the Vineyards of Smokvica similar mostly on the south side of the their homes. In some shops you structures can be found which island. It is calculated that with can find miniatures of these are known as ‘toretas’. There are the total lenght of these stone houses and ‘vrtujaks’ and buy 13 five ‘toretas’ in Smokvica. fences, solely from the Blato area, them as a souvenir. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t Gastronomy On the island of marjoram...) are used you must try. Korčula Korčula delicious in dishes, drinks, and is also known for its and diverse cuisine as a cure. ‘žrnovski makaruni’ is developed which, On the island meat – homemade pasta

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME while keeping the dishes are mostly served with meat genuine and domestic, made of lamb and kid in sauce. It is more was also influenced by meat, and one should frequently found in the incomers. definitely try a special restaurants in the city In Korčula’s cuisine, delicates ‘dalmatinski of Korčula or other every gourmet will prušt’ (dried and places on that side of enjoy. smoked pork meat). the island. It is primarily an Nevertheless, on island of olives and Korčula fish is wine. Domestic fruits more frequent dish and vegetables are than any other. It grown, and you can is served grilled or TraditionalDishes buy fresh fish every cooked. ‘Brodet’ Octopus salad day.. Apart from the is a very delicious Grilled fish domestic food, you dish (fish cooked ‘Brodet’ can buy every other with vegetables) ‘Žrnovski makaruni’ food, which makes and ‘bojabiš’ also. In ‘Gruda’ (mix of self-grown eatable plants) the Korčula’s cuisine some of the Korčula’s Sweets rich, healthy and restaurants or local dry figs interesting. village households ‘fritule’ and ‘pogače’ Olive oil is mainly salted sardines or ‘lumblija’ used fat in preparing anchovy are served ‘arancini’ dishes. Wine is used as an interesting almonds in sugar as a drink, but also as appetizer. It is made ‘lojenica’ ‘cukarini’ a spice; homemade by putting the fish ‘klašuni’ liqueurs and brandies for moths in salt and ‘spomilije’ are used also in cakes. is afterwards served ‘rožata’ Aromatic plants with spice, olive oil, ‘mantala’ (rosemary, laurel, vinegar and onion; ‘kodonjata’ 14 lavender, basil, it is Korčula’s version sage, mint, thyme, of carpaccio which ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

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Unusuallimpets sea-urchins salted sardines be brought home, in Wines of French ‘n’ uoblie pas’, Korčula on Christmas the Island of On Korčula some i.e. do not forget me. Eve, last day of the Korčula dishes are served only These are the words Carnival and Good Wines from Korčula in a particular time of the soldier said when Friday. are: Plavac, Pošip, the year. Lumblija is saying goodbye to You can try sea- Rukatac and Grk. made for the All Saints the girl and giving urchins during Korčula is the in Blato, Smokvica her this cake. This is summer, but it would island which can and Vela Luka. It is an why lumblija is baked be for the best to be commended for old cake first made in at the time when we ask a local for help in its long tradition Blato 200 years ago. remember our loved collecting them and to of winegrowing Story of its genesis is ones. Lumblija is show you how to eat and wine making. tied to a love story of sweet bread with a lot them. Inhabitants are a girl from Blato and of aromatic spices. Gruda or wild cabbage engaged in this French soldier at the Today, fritule are is most frequently activity since the time when Napoleon’s served in any time of made at home in time of Greeks (4th C army occupied the the year, but before spring and autumn, B.C.). Much evidence 16 island. The word they would be baked and you can also find is found to confirm lumblija comes from when olive oil would it in some restaurants. this. For example, 2,500 years old part of the squeezer found Konoba near the wine-cellar in Smokvica. Also, SINCE 1969 ORČULA Psephism of Lumbarda mentions ‘division of the land convenient for wine-growing’. This proves that people were growing wine ISLAND OF K e grape at least 2,300 h t years ago. Despite the occasional emergence Riblji i mesni specijaliteti of wine grape Meeres und fleich spezialitaten diseases, and often Meat and seafood specialities

unfavorable political Pesce, fruta di mare, aragosta, TO WELCOME specialita di carne circumstances, wine growing continuously Ulica 51 br. 4, 20270 Vela Luka developed on Korčula tel.: +385 20 813 673 through the centuries, mob: +385 95 904 19 82 the result of which are OPENING HOURS: 17-24 high quality wines. Therefore, do not buy wines in supermarkets, but Restaurant rather visit some of many wine-cellars POD BORE which can be found in any part of the years island. 38 As opposed to the of tradition rest of Dalmatia, the Obala 3/1, Island of Korčula is 20270 Vela Luka famous for its white Tel.: +385 20 813 069 wines. Grk is grown +385 20 812 123 in Lumbarda, while in the central part of the island (Čara and Smokvica) Pošip and Rukatac are grown. Plavac Mali is the most spread of the red variety. It is interesting to mention that Plavac 17 Mali is grown in Lumbarda, not only for the production of quality wine, but MenuAperitif: carob liqueur 1 also to facilitate with dry figs ORČULA Grk growing. Grk is Appetizer: special because, as Dalmatian cheese opposed to most and pršut with olives Main course: of other varieties, it grilled fish and mangold has only functional Wine: Grk ISLAND OF K female flower, so in e Dessert: fritule

h the blossom period t it needs pollinator, i.e. wine grape that blossoms at the same time so impregnation MenuAperitif: 2 would be possible. herb brandy, dry figs Appetizer: WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Grk is a high quality dry wine salted sardines Main course: produced from the lobster autochthonous Wine: Pošip variety. It flourishes Dessert: cake greatly in the sandy plantations of Lumbarda, while it has almost disappeared Treat yourselves with our homemade on other locations. This wine is golden- dishes, sweets and wine in one yellowish, of crystal of the restaurants, taverns or clarity and the incomparable taste. Its local village households taste bares liveliness and the name of the alcohol strength (13- Rukatac is also high and freshness, with founder is registered. 14,5 %), it is rich and quality white wine a pleasant bitter It is one of the first of peculiar taste with produced from the finishing. The alcohol white wines in Croatia the characteristic dry autochthonous grape strength is 12-15 %. with the protected apricot and fig aroma. cultivar ‘maraština’ Grk suits the best with geographic origin; it is Due to its moderate which found its ideal everything that can be protected since 1967. acids it suits perfectly environment in the caught in the sea, also It prospers the best in with all fish dishes, forested island of with the best white Čara and Smokvica, seashells and white Korčula, in Smokvica meat dishes, and it where it always gives meat. It is the best in and Čara. This wine can be served as an the highest quality. taste when served has high alcohol aperitif. It is served The wine is of bright, cooled at 12-14 °C. As strength (~ 13%) cooled at temperature straw-yellowish color, it the autochthonous and is one of the of 12-13 oC. is heavy and wobbles Croatian variety, it top quality wines in Pošip is a kind of world thickly in a glass in stands side by side Croatia. It is bright 18 rarity; its origin, place which it always leaves a with the world’s most yellow in color, of the first encounter thick trace. It has high famous white varieties. richness and harmony Gastronomic recommendation ORČULA Marko Bračot, main chef in hotel Korkyra, Vela Luka

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ROŽATA 12 eggs 1l milk 15 spoons of sugar Small quantity of TO WELCOME grated orange and lemon peel Maraskino Make caramel from 5 spoons of sugar and divide it into 10 moulds. Grate lemon and orange peel in a pot; add eggs, milk and 10 spoons of sugar. Mix well and pour into mould. Cook covered on steam for 40 min. of it illustrates the south wine, purple- Prošek is specific best this climate in red in color, is mostly dessert wine, which it originated. Its dry and strong. Plavac especially if made Liqueurs variety aroma is well has always been the from Pošip variety. As a souvenir in which pronounced; it has food and drink of the It is traditionally you can enjoy upon floral scent and is rich common peasant made in Dalmatia your return home you in taste that is kept in and fisherman, but and on the islands can take some of the mouth for a long time. also could always be of over-dried grapes Korčula’s liqueurs or Rukatac will not leave found on the most of autochthonous prošek (sweet wine). you uninterested. This luxurious table. It is cultivars. It generally Homemade liqueurs elegant south wine best in taste when has high alcohol are made of various suits the best with sea served at temperature strength, beautiful fruit and herbs, for food and all sorts of of 18-20°C with fish, bouquet and is example: carob, figs, grilled dishes, cooled sea food, but also distinctively sweet. It almond, rose. Every on 12°C. prosciutto, cheese, is served cooled and household knows how Plavac is high quality dark meat and spicy as an aperitif with to make herb-brandy 19 red wine. This ‘fiery’ dishes. cakes. and prošek. ORČULA Sport and ISLAND OF K e recreation h HIKING weather is beautiful. Enjoying in WINDSURFING t If you want to relax and enjoy the the smell of aromatic plants while The summer wind Maestral nature you can choose hiking passing through untouched brings refreshment to the through the beautiful local nature is a pure pleasure bathers and pure joy to the scenery. There are hiking trails especially if along the way you windsurfers. During the along the island. Those trails stop in a winery or a restaurant, summer it is possible to rent

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME differ by their difficulty, some are visit localities of historical and sailing equipment or attend a suitable for more experienced cultural importance. Your holiday windsurfing school. and fitter hikers while others will be unforgettable. offer just a relaxed walk by the FISHING sea, in and out the small coves BICYCLING Tradition of fishing is old. and through the pine forest. More then 140 km of bicycle Fishing preserved the life of the Those that are more difficult have trails and the beautiful inhabitants of the island. You steep sections and sometimes landscapes will satisfy even the can fish on your own or you can lead through the tricky terrain most passionate cyclists. Bicycle join the local fishermen leaving that has to be walked with care. trails are part of the island’s offer at dawn. Real joy is to sail with Their attractiveness lies in the for a long time and many visitors a boat while the seagulls follow untouched nature, rich island come to enjoy them. you and return with the catch flora and many beautiful views on According to them, it is hard to which you can prepare and the landscape and breathtaking say what path is more beautiful share with your host. Korčula archipelago. and more attractive. But they For recreational sport-fishing it For those that enjoy these all agree that the experience is necessary to have a licence activates, we suggest coming of riding the bike on the which can be obtained online in the spring and autumn when island of Korčula is unique and through web site of the the tourist crowd are less and the memorable. Directorate of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development or in the certified stores on the island. You can go fishing yb trawler boat two. Such an excursion is very interesting and it includes helping casting the net and preparing the catch on the boat, swimming in beautiful bays and sightseeing to the nearby island, 20 enyojing the vine and Dalmatian songs. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t

Other TO WELCOME activities PAINTBALL DIVING skills you can use anywhere JET-SKIING There are several equipped in the world. We invite you to ORGANIZED diving clubs on the island experience the beauties of EXCURSIONS BY BOAT which will take you to the best the world of the silence. Dive Etc. localities. into the picturesque images of If you have the diving exam you Adriatic underwater, the hidden All informations and different are on the right place, and if world is waiting just for you. maps are available in the Tourist Offices and tourist agencies of the you never dived but you want island of Korčula. to – diving centres organize the RENT-A-BOAT beginners courses. Y ou can rent various types of The diving centres offer diving boats or a scooter to explore Grape and olive in the islands of Korčula the island by yourself. Some harvest and Lastovo. One can visit parts of the coast you can Grape and olive growing shipwrecks, beautiful walls, approach only from sea so if have always been the main magic caves and canyons. you are adventoureses or you trade of the population of the This area is known for its rich are searching for your own island especially in the area of flora and fauna and special peacefull place to enyoj sun and Smokvica nad Brna. The grapes underwater rock formations. sea of to fish, this might be just are harvested in September The huge walls filled with for you. But always be carefull and the olives in October and red and yellow gorgonians, and before you do it check the November. All those who soft sponges and corals, with weather report because it is said enjoy the nature and active colourful animals make diving „ Praise the sea, but stay on the vacation can accompany the in the waters of Korčula very ground“ hosts in the vineyards or olive interesting and exciting. grows. As well you can visit the With the experienced instructor TENNIS taverns and oil mills and learn you will learn and have a lot of Some hotels and camps have a about the traditions of these fun. Your experiences become tennis and volleyball court for Mediterranean cultures and 21 unmemorable, and the acquired those who enjoy this sport experience the real island life. ORČULA AccommodationK orCULA island HAS hotels, camps or private homes and apartments you can rent. Each tourist information centre on the island will be happy to assist you in finding the accommodation you need ISLAND OF K

e HOTELS h t Vela Luka Brna «««« HOTEL KORKYRA «««« HOTEL FERAL Obala 3 br. 21 Brna, 20272 Smokvica tel:+385 (0)20 601 000 Tel +385 20 832 080 +385 385 (0) 601 010 Fax +385 20 832 047

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME fax: +385 (0) 20601 010 [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] www.hotel-feral.hr www.hotel-korkyra.com Korčula ««« HOTEL ADRIA «««« HOTEL KORSAL Plitvine b.b. Šetalište Frana Kršinića 80 Tel: +385 20 812 700 Tel: 00385 20 715 722 Fax: +385 02 812 720 Mob: 00385 91 596 8667 ««« HOTEL POSEJDON [email protected] Vranac b.b. «««« HOTEL MARCO POLO Tel. +385 (0) 20 814 320 Tel: +385 (0)20 726 100, 726 144 Fax. +385 (0) 20 814 322 Fax: +385 (0)20 726 300 www.humhotels.hr [email protected] «« HOTEL DALMACIJA ««« HOTEL KORČULA Ul. 62 br. 2. Obala dr. Franje Tuđmana 5 Tel. fax. +385 20 812 022, 812 042 Tel: +385 (0)20 711 078, 711 732 www.humhotels.hr Fax: +385 (0)20 711 026 «« PANSION JADRAN [email protected] Obala 4. br. 20 ««« HOTEL LIBURNA Tel.fax. +385 20 812 042 Put Od Luke 17 www.humhotels.hr Tel: +385 (0)20 726 006, 726 026 P rižba Fax: +385 (0)20 726 272 ««« APARTMENT HOTEL [email protected] PRIŠČAPAC «««/«« HOTEL BON REPOS Turističko Naselje Prišćapac bb Dubrovačka cesta 19 20271 Prižba - Blato Tel: +385 (0)20 726 800, 726 880 Tel.: +385 20 861 178 Fax: +385 (0)20 726 699 Fax.: +385 20 861 150 [email protected] [email protected] «««/«« PARK HOTEL Tel: +385 (0)20 726 004, 726 005 22 Fax: +385 (0)20 726 286 [email protected] ORČULA ISLAND OF K

CAMPS e h Korčula Račišće Mini-Autokamp Vrbovica t Uvala tri žala 808 Autokamp Kalac ««« Mini-Autokamp Relax Tel. +385 20 721 244 Dubrovačka cesta b.b. Tel.: +385 20 710 819, 710 773 www.korcula.net www.korcula-hotels.com [email protected] Tel: +385 (0)20 726 693 AutoKamp Oskorušica 2«««

Kamp Solitudo«« Oskorušica 27 Blato TO WELCOME Lumbarajska cesta Tel.: +385 20 710 897 Autokamp Ravno 020/715 873 Kamp Uvala Račišće« Prižba, 20271 Blato - Korčula Lumbarda 83 Tel. +385 20 851 365 Lumbarda Tel: 020712106 Autokamp Potirna Mini-kamp Vela Postrana« Tel.: +385 20 865 003, 865 094 Lumbarda 142 Žrnovo Autokamp Gršćica www.korcula.net Mini-Autokamp Oskorušica«« Tel.: +385 20 713 357 Tel: +385 (0)91 539 3889 Oskorušica, Žrnovo Tel.: +385 20 861 224 Mini-autokamp Mala Tel: +385(0)20 710 747, 710 897 glavica«« Mini kamp Palma««« Mala Glavica b.b. Žrnovska banja 695 Vela Luka www.korcula.net Tel: +385 (0)92 138 7019 Autokamp Mindel««« Tel: 020712342 [email protected] Stani 192 Autokamp Jurjević««« Mini-Autokamp Tri žala Tel. +385 20 813 600 Lumbarda 170 Uvala tri žala 808 Fax. +385 20 813 600 www.korcula.net Tel.: +385 20 721 244 Mob. +385 98 163 6409 Tel: +385 20 712 440, 712 530 [email protected] [email protected]

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side of the island of Korčula in a TO WELCOME deep, sheltered bay. In the middle of the bay there is the island Ošjak, while at the very entrance beautiful island of Proizd is situated. If you are coming by boat you will be sailing in for about half an hour and you will feel that this place is embracing and calling you. Vela Luka will enchant you with its natural beauties and with a song. This place is home to many talented and famous musicians and artists.

The name Vela Luka means ‘big harbor’. Due to its position it is a safe anchorage and a nautical harbour. The place began to develop only in the 19th century, although archaeological findings prove that people habited here already in late Palaeolithic, more than 20,000 years ago. In the past, people were mostly occupied with olive growing, grape growing and fishing. A piece of this history can be experienced while visiting ethnographic collection of olive and grape growing in Zlokić oil 25 mill. Today, Vela Luka has a These mosaics were made works one should single out population of about 4, 500 during the manifestation ‘First two sculptures by famous inhabitants, it is rich with International Artist’s Meeting British sculptor Henry Moore. natural beauty and cultural of Painters– Vela Luka -1968’. It is believed that those are the inheritance and has a well The theme of the meeting was only works of this respectable developed health tourism. In collaborative work in mosaics. artist in Croatia. the bay of Kale there is a special 70 mosaics have been created Archaeological collection healing mud-liman which, during this manifestation. is interesting and rich, it together with a mild climate, After the tidal wave that hit contains ceramic residues was the main prerequisite for Vela Luka in the summer of and other artefacts found the construction of the health 1978 (you can see the mark of in Big Cave. resort Kalos. the height of this wave on the Cultural and social life in The Parish Church of St. Joseph, wall of the elementary school), Vela Luka is rich thanks to dominates the centre of Vela artists showed their gratitude numerous associations like, Luka, while there are 15 more to Vela Luka’s hospitality by for example, Kumpanija that small churches and chapels forming a special gift - The performs the sword dance and scattered around. The oldest International Art Collection of other traditional dances. Then, one is the church of Saint drawings, graphic arts, there is Vela Luka Folk Theatre Vincent, near the Elementary and smaller statues. Association that celebrated its School Vela Luka. This collection is kept in the 100th birthday last year; Vela The streets in Vela Luka, as in Center for Culture. Luka Brass Band founded in the neighboring Blato, are not This Center also holds and 1893, klape (a cappella style ‘named’ but rather numbered, presents a variety of Vela singing), Trtajun association ex. Street 2 number 5. Luka’s historic, cultural and that cherishes carnival Many of the public areas of art inheritance with several customs, and some others. Vela Luka are paved with more museum collections: Vela Luka is the most ‘sang’ mosaics, and in the park, near archaeological collection, place on the island. Its the gas station, there is a large collection of graphics and small inhabitants and the song are mosaic board set upright. They sculptures and the collection of inseparable, as if the song is 26 can also be seen in the atrium ship models carved in wood. woven in them. Traditional of the Center for Culture. Among many valuable art singing is nurtured by Vela ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Luka’s klape (Klapa Vela Luka but ‘Sjećanje na Velu Luku’ were touched and charmed by and Klapa Ošjak). (Remembering Vela Luka) Vela Luka, and who miss this Two of the most popular holds a special place for all lovely place and the island of and successful Croatian its inhabitants. It is one of Osjak. singers also come from Vela the most beautiful and most Vela Luka is the place that lures Luka (Oliver Dragojević and famous Croatian songs, written you to come back, it is the Jasna Zlokić). Many songs by Branko Žuvela Doda 50 place in which people fall in are dedicated to this place, years ago. It is a song of all who love with.

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h Gradina and small peninsula Glavica t Gradina is a bay located on the Sv. Ivana on which a chapel is western end of the island of situated and from which one can Korcula, 5km from Vela Luka. enjoy a nice view of the open The first data of this settlement sea. date back to 15th century, while Gradina is an ideal anchorage

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME archaeological indicate that Illiric for small boats (up to 4m of settlements – ‘gradinas’ existed draught). here. Today Gradina is a small There is also a restaurant in this village of weekend houses and bay offering delicious food, that many people love to visit this is open in the evening hours. bax because you can reach it by acr and it is suitable for small Gabrica i Pičena children, the sea is shallow and These coves are situated about the coast is mildly rocky with 2,5 km away from Vela Luka. Martina bok sand points. In front of them is the island of Y ou can reach this beach by Gradina is protected from almost Ošjak. The bays are shallow and car, bike or motorcycle, but the all winds. It faces west so in the pebbly and therefore suitable last part of the way you need to summer afteroons you van enjoy for children and non-swimmers. walk. The beach itself is rocky, a soft breeze of maestral and They are protected from all the there are often big waves. beautiful sunset. Close to the winds, except for the south- If you want to enjoy the wild waterside there is a nice walking east wind. In Pičena bay there waters, go to the Martina Bok path and dense meditearnean is a mole so docking with boat beach. Nearest facility to this vegetation. From the south is possible, and also a small beach is camp Mindel in which and southwest side the bay is restaurant. You can reach Pičena you can play tennis or choose protected by a little islet Gubeša by car, bike or on foot. some other activity.

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P litvine docks in bay Perna, or you can and find a spot for yourself. The bay faces south, 500 m come with your private boat There is a walking path across from Vela Luka. You can reach it and anchor in one of many the island that leads thorugh the by road or on foot by beautiful beautiful bays. In Perna there is pine wood and also has signs path by the sea or by taxi-boat a restaurant and a bar in which that will lead you to the beaches. that drives very often beacuse in you can have lunch, drink coffe On Proizd a scent of pines and this bay Adria hotel is situated. or refreshing drinks. Near the clarity of the sea will enchant The bay is protected from all restaurant there is also ‘buće’ you together with the white the winds and is an anchorage field. ‘Buće’ is a traditional game pebbles, smooth rocks and for small and larger boats. Adria of the locals in which two teams intense cricket song. hotel has 2 tennis grounds. If compete in throwing balls Proizd is very special experience, you decide to take a walk a little (buće) as close as possilble to the don’t miss it. bit more further, you will come smallest ball (bulin). The beach of Proizd was across the Sokolić bay in which a On the western part, near Perna, awarded „The best Beach of the nice pebble beach is situated. a sandy bay Batalo is situated, Year“ in 2007 by the Ministry of which is perfect for families with Sea, Travel and Transportation. P roizd small children. European Bait Fishing P roizd is an islet located at There is also a nudist beach on Championship also takes place the entrance to Vela Luka. It is the island. The beach is rocky, on Proizd. famous for its beautiful beaches with some pebbly parts, and the When you go to Proizd make and clear blue sea. You can get sea bottom is covered with small sure that you bring sun 30 there from Vela Luka by a taxi white stones. protection (at least factor 50), boat (about 30 min ride) which You can walk around the island and also enough water to drink. Ošjak If you want to enjoy in untouched nature, peace and silence without the traces of urban life, come to ORČULA Ošjak. A scent of Mediteranean, clear sea, sun and warmth awaits you here. Island of Ošjak is an inhabited island in the center of the Vela

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It is an unavoidable destination for h t all Vela Luka’s visitors. The distance from the town center is just 10 min by boat. There is a taxi-boat service organised several times a day.

You can reach Ošjak by yourselves, TO WELCOME by boat or speed boad that you can rent in Vela Luka. Around the entire island, through the pine forest, there is a footpath which leads to the beautiful swimming and sunbathing spots. On the western end, just by the path, there is a beautiful cave surrounded by the sea and rocks. Another name for Ošjak is The Island of Love. Posejdon hotel In front of Posejdon hotel there is a nice and very attended pebble beach. The beach is suitable for children. You can reach it on foot, by car or a taxi-boat that drives from the gass station to the hotel. On the beach there is also fashionably decorated cafe. City resort – Vranac City bathing resort Vranac is new and modern, with additinal facilities such as rooms for daily rest, showers, children facilities, restaurant, bar and many other amusement facilities. Taxi boat 31 drives regularly. Vela Luka yellow pages ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Ć ROMILDO VUČETI PHY CARTOGRA

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Adria Travel Ulica 41 bb, Mediterano tourist agency 020813 543, ORČULA 020 814 200 020/812-033 020 813 832 Ul.1 br 12 www.korcula.info www.splitskabanka.hr Atlas tourist agency DALMACIJA, Atlas Working hours: Mon.-Fri: 8:30-15:00 020 812 078 020 812 022 (hotel Dalmacija) 020 812 078 (Thursdays till 15:30) Telenta Restaurant-pizzeria Beppo www.atlas-velaluka.com Saturdays: 8:30 - 12:00 091 / 5035276 Obala 1 br.1 Burin Privredna banka Zagreb RENT-A-BOAT Šiloko 020 812 400 Bay of Gradina 58 ISLAND OF K Obala 3, br 5 Mediterano tourist agency e www.burin-korcula.hr 020 720 342 020 813 832 Tavern RIBAR h Eli t www.pbz.hr Proizd-rent 020 813 864, Obala IV 5 Ul. 17 br. 1/4 Working hours: Mon – Fri: 8-14, 098 9540 388 Tavern FERAL GRILL + 385(0)20 813 714 Sat: 8-12 www.velalukarent.com 020 813 045, Obala 2 br 39 Korkyra tours Atlas tourist agency Tavern LUČICA Ul.66 br.3 Local community office 020 812 078 020 813 673, Ul. 51 br.4 020 812 351 Obala 3 br. 19 Caffe bar Casablanca Tavern SKALINADA www.korkyratours.com 020/295-900 020 813 052 020 813 257

[email protected] TO WELCOME Mediterano Pizzeria ALFA Obala 3 bb www.velaluka.hr DIVING CENTERS 020 812 710, Obala 2 bb 020 813 832 PORT AUTHORITY Croatia Divers Caffe bar - pizzeria CASABLANCA www.maditerano.hr 020 813 520 020 812 066 098/900 6333, Obala 3 bb Novasol HARBOUR MASTER www.croatiadivers.com Caffe bar - pizzeria Obala 4/13 020 812 023 Diving Triporte WIMBLEDON 2001, 020 813 531 [email protected] 020 851 260 091/164 8238, obala 3 br 17 www.novasol.com www.divingtriporte.com Ambulance and pharmacy Pizzeria Nautica Serenada Dom Zdravlja dr. Ante Franulović Internet access Obala 3, 020 812 988, 098/244582 Obala 4 br. 25 Kale 1, 020 601 740 Atlas tourist agency, Mediterano 020 813 610 Rural estate Amor Pharmacy tourist agency, caffe bar Baltoni, Hum, 098 586 227 www.southernsun-croatia.com Obala 2, br 5, 020/812-032 caffe bar Casablanca Vela Luka Travel d.o.o. Rural estate Gulin Mechanics Ulica 41 31 Stani, Stratinčica, 091/1597339 Cultural institutions and Srđan Farčić www.velalukatravel.com organizations: (Konoba=typical local tavern) 020 812 879 Tourist info Cultural centre Vela Luka Caffe-bars Damir Prižmić Obala 3 (Vela Luka Heritage Museum) Baltoni 091 720 5696 020 814 036 Working hours Ul 53 br 5 Working hours: 08.00-12.00 i od 099 2639 130 winter: Mon – Fri: 8,30 – 14,30 020/813 569 14.00-21.00 www.korculavelaluka.com summer: Mon – Sat: 9,00 –13,00; Casablanca Markiša Zlokić Financial institutions 19,00 –22,00 (20,00 – 23,00) Obala 3 bb 098 221-269 Financial agency Contact: 020/813-602 Gage Franko Jurković FINA Vela luka [email protected], Ul. 56 br 2 Obala 1, 29 [email protected] [email protected], Inglezo 020 81 25 56 020 813 092 [email protected] Fjaka Nikša Cetinić Working hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30-14:00, Obala 3 Broj 22 Ulica 43 bb, Vela Luka every second Saturday: 7:30-11:00 Library Karaka 385 (20) 813 824 Post office Narodna knjižnica “Šime Vučetić” Obala 4 br 28 020 362 869 Ulica 26 br 2, 020 813 001 Parish office Mirakul Working hours: Mon-Fri: 7.30-17.00 [email protected] Ulica 29/7 Obala 4 Sat od 8-12.00 PRIVATE LINERS 020 812 295 Plaf-Pub Banks Boat Restaurants Obala 2 br 1 Otp Banka Branko Tabain 020 812 122 MORE Tropicana Lučica 1 Muro 091 781 855 020 812 768, Obala 1 br 35 Obala 2 br.8 062 201 352 Dole 020 812 768 PROIZD Havana club www.otpbanka.hr Car the island of Proizd Hotel Posejdon, Obala 2 Working hours: Mon – Fri 8-14, Taxi Miro 098 447 078 POD BORE Roxy 33 Sat 8-12 Taxi Jure 020 812 460 020 813 069, Obala 2 br.3 Obala 3 bb ORČULA Tourist Board of Blato Trg Dr. Franje Tuđmana 4 Blato 20271 Blato tel +385 (0)20851850

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h www.tzo-blato.hr t Blato is one of the oldest creates a distinct atmosphere Facebook/ settlements on the island of in this place. Stretching for Blato Korčula Tourist Board Korčula, situated in the centre a kilometer it is the second of the west part of the island. longest linden tree avenue in It was named after a karst Europe, right after the famous

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME field called Blato field. Blato Unter den Linden in Berlin. field was a lake until 1911 when it was dried out during Blato is situated inside the the tunnel construction. island, away from the seaside, Today, with its spring, Blato but has 40 km of beautiful supplies more than half of coastline on the south and the island with water, while at north of Blato with nice bays the place of the old spring an and beaches. This location kept authentic old well has been Blato safe from pirate attacks, reconstructed. The settlement and the army Kumpanija was is set amphitheatrically on the being gathered for defensive slopes of three hills. purposes. Kumpanija, with time, became a part of the folklore Long linden tree avenue and an attractive knight’s sword with 117 linden trees along dance which is performed the main road is what makes during the summer every week Blato special. The alley was in front of the parish church. planted in 1911, and in June, The main performance of during the blossom time, it Kumpanija is on 28th of April, on

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Saint Vincent’s Day, the patron In Blato you can find a place today’s generation sees how of Blato. called Etno kuća Barilo (Ethno people used to live before. Every summer there is also House Barilo) where you a staged reconstruction of can feel the spirit of the past The hosts will guide you the famous battle between and see artifacts which were through the kitchen, living the pirates and the army of used by our ancestors, from room and economy rooms Kumpanija that took place in clothing, to tools and furniture. filled with historic objects: 1571 on the Giča hill. If you It is indeed a house, and not costumes, clothes, kitchen want to know the story, check a museum. The owner of gadgets, handicraft, tools etc. out the performance of Blato Ethno house has tried to keep The house is surrounded by 35 amateur actors. everything in period so that the garden and courtyard in ORČULA Beaches

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h the inland, Blato has 40 km of t beautiful coast on the northern and southern side of the island. There are chains of islets, smaller or bigger, forested or rocky...each special and

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME which autochthonous medical documents from the 14th romantic in its own way. and decorative plants grow. century, and some sources state The coast is mostly rocky, but Farm tools, fisherman tools and that it comes from the 10th in Prigradica and Prižba there stone objects are exhibited century. It is set in the centre are pebble beaches suitable for in the garden. Homemade of the town, on the spacious small children. liquor, brandies, ‘arancini’, square. Next to it there are the Some of the Blato’s coves fried almonds and dried bell-tower and the loggia. are: Prižba, Gršćica, Karbuni, figs prepared by traditional Municipality of Blato has 33 Prigradica, Črnja Luka, Žukova recipes together with unique churches and chapels scattered and Poporatak. handmade souvenirs are around on the surrounding Yet, the most popular for offered to every visitor. hills. swimming and sunbathing The Sanctuary of Blessed are Prigradica and Prišćapac Marija of Jesus Crucified As in Vela Luka, the streets peninsula in Prižba. Petković is a place that is in Blato are not ‘named’, but You can always explore along definitely worth visiting. Marija rather numbered, e.g. 2nd the northern and southern side was born in a wealthy family Street no 3. of the coast by yourselves and in Blato, but spent her life Many wonderful artists come find a private place, whether in dedication to the poor. In from Blato including the you decided to go by car or by a 1920 Marija Petković founded famous singer Meri Cetinić, the rental boat. Congregation of the Daughters painter Nataša Cetinić, and a of Mercy, the only genuine poet and journalist Momčilo Croatian congregation. Upon Popadić. the return from her missions in South America, she set up the It is an interesting fact that in Congregation’s headquarters in 1920s Blato was the biggest Rome in 1952. For 40 years she village in former Yugoslavia was a supreme warden, leaving and that today there are three behind a rich cultural tradition times more people from Blato and spiritual heritage. in Australia than in the very 36 Blato’s parish church of All place. Saints is mentioned in the P rigradica naval port that was used for and Smokvica. There are two P rigradica is an inhabited bay exporting local wine and olive pebble beaches on Prišćapac, situated about 4 km from Blato oil. From this port immigrants and by the coastline there is a on the northern side of the left in times of crisis and went nice walking path with benches island. There is a big pebble into the unknown to ensure and rocks on which you can beach which is gladly visited by their livelihood. sunbathe or jump from them everyone, from the youngest into the sea. On the islet there to the oldest. In Prigradica you P rišćapac is a playground with swings for can find a shop, restaurant P rišćapac is a small peninsula children and a restaurant. With a and a cafe. Historically, in Prižba on the southern side car you can come in a very close Prigadica was a very important of the island, between Blato vicinity of the beach.

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Dubrovnik-region.com Diving center 091 575 642 ORČULA Ulica 75/1 Prišćapac Tavern Prižba, Prižba http://www.futura-computers.hr/ Mr. József Zelenák 020 861 182; 020 851 767; f.travel 00 385 99 680 7000 091 738 5477 Tel/Fax: +385 (0)20 851 911 (Blato) [email protected] Restaurant Čerin, Prižba Tel / Fax : + 385 (0) 861 137 (Prižba), www.priscapac.eu 020/852-062; 098 214 458 +385 (0)92 137 1791 Neno’s Friendly Family Restaurant Riva No. 1, Prižba [email protected] Dive Club, Gršćica 020 861 260; 091 761 7971 ISLAND OF K 021 480-241; 020 861-045 e Financial institutions: Restaurant Stari ribar h Financial agency, FINA Blato 091 88 13 823 and terrase Bellevue Grill t 1. ulica 24, Blato Diving Triporte Prišćapac 020 851 801 020 851-260; 098 542 535 020 861 178 Working hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30-14:00; Rent-a-car, rent-a-boat Restaurant Gršćica, Gršćica every second Saturday: 7:30-11:00 Power Rent – 020 851 757; 020 861 107 Banks U.O. Porat, Prižba Bistro Prigradica, Prigradica PBZ banka 091 575 6429 020 841 087 WELCOME TO TO WELCOME +385 (0)20 720 369 f-travel Tavern– slastičarna Kraljević Working hours: Mon-Fri: 8-14 +385 (0)20 851 911 (Blato) 020 841 196 Societe Generale - Adriatic Marine Product d.o.o.. Restaurant - Pansion Splitska banka Karbuni Prigradica +385 (0)20 851 302 020 865 009; 098 323 915 020 841 222, 091 164 6822 Working hours: Mon.-Fri: Rent a boat Bakery Sardelić 8:30-15:00(Wednesday till 15:30) 091 734 7891 (Mariner Commerce) Saturday: 8:30-12:00 Internet access: 020 851675; 020 852501; 020 OTP banka Futura – tours 852780 +385 (0)62 201 344 Caffe bar Špica Rural estates: Working hours: Mon-Fri: 8-14, Mechanics POTIRNA Sat: 8-12 M&I – vl. Anić Mladen 020-865-001 Post office: 6. ulica 22 MALA KAPJA phone::+385 (0)20 851 201 020 851 895 020/ 851-833; Working hours: 7:00 – 15:00 (Mon- VULKANIZER 091/ 554 1011 Fri); 8:00-12.00 (Sat) Anić Vulk Rural estate“Bačić“ Local Community Office BLATO Blato - 1. ulica 3 020 841-129 Trg Franje Tuđmana 4, 20 271 Blato 020 851 909 [email protected] [email protected] Automehaničarska radnja Caffe-bars +385 20 851 041 «ŠEMAN» COLOSEUM Ambulance and pharmacy Prigradica 21, Blato Ulica 32 Br. 12, Blato DOM ZDRAVLJA – Blato Parish office KORNER +385 (0)20 851 205 Ulica 82, 12 65. ulica 8, Blato Hitna pomoć 112; 020 851 938 020851852 MARKO (Blato) Vet ordination “LESI” 85. ulica 25, Blato Pharmacy 41. ulica 6/1 M-CAFFE Phone: 020 851 214 020 851 587 BLATO,Ulica1 Cultural institution: 098 701 134 LIDO Library Restaurants: 85.ulica Narodna knjižnica Blato Pizzeria Tinel, Blato ŠPICA 1. ulica 25/3 020-852-034, Mob: 091-557-3351 Blato bb 020/851190 Restaurant Zlinje Zg [email protected], & Restaurant-hotel Lipa, Ulica 1 br.5, Blato Etno house Barilo Blato 1902 d.d. ZLINJE 90. ulica br. 10 020 851 323; 020 851 544 1.ulica 020 851 623 Slastičarna Zlinje d.o.o. TWISTER 39 091 54 65 172 020 851 341 32.ulica ORČULA ISLAND OF K e Smokvica h t & Brna

Smokvica in the past. Remains of the

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Smokvica is situated at the antic ceramics, wine squeezer foothills of Vela and Mala obala, dating from Ancient Greece sheltered from the winds and and a medieval church prove open to sun and sea, on the this. Remains of rustic villas place where the island is the and noble castles also prove widest and of the most variety that. Due to its fertile land and in relief. It is rugged with beautiful nature, Smokvica prehistoric cloughs and antic has always attracted much paths, surrounded by beautiful attention. This was the place nature, vineyards and olive where noblemen built their groves. farmyards and weekend Smokvica is one of the five resorts. oldest settlements on the Stone houses, idyllic streets, island of Korčula, in which rich cultural heritage, centuries continuous human presence old vineyards and olive groves from prehistoric times up form a sense of magic that will to the present has been take you back in some far away, confirmed. ancient times. The village, together with Parish church of Blessed Virgin its borders, is mentioned in of Purification with its big bell The Statute of Korčula dating tower, Velika and Mala Pijaca from 1214, but Illyrian Gradina and loggia from year 1,700 dating from the second dominate the place, while the millennium B.C. and the old core of the place is situated remains of the Old Croatian on the hill in a close vicinity to cemetery, not far from the the church of Saint Michael. present cemetery, prove that From the ancient times residents life on this area existed even of Smokvica were farmers, before. wine growers and wine makers, 40 A variety of cultures were but also stone-masoners, present in the area of Smokvica shipbuilders and fishermen. Tourist Board of Smokvica Brna b.b. 20272 Smokvica ORČULA tel +385 (0)20 832 255 fax +385 (0)20 832 188 www.brna.hr ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Fertile land has always been the try to preserve customs foundation of their living. Here and tradition of Smokvica. you will not find uncultivated Ceremonies and festivals are vineyard, the land is kept respected and celebrated, through generations, and field those of religious character the work is a way of life. It is a hard most. Processions that are held job, but people do it with love through the entire year are and pride. especially interesting, while the Smokvica is a homeland biggest procession takes place of Pošip, one of the most on Good Friday. famous white Croatian wines. Apart from Kumpanije (sword Therefore, Smokvica is a top- dance) in Smokvica there destination on all Croatian are other organizations that wine maps/charts. In Smokvica, cherish and perform old a monument is built to Pošip dances, klapa singing and and his finder onP inćaluša. church singing. There is also Cultural and social life of the brass band and many Smokvica is enriched by other cultural organizations. 41 numerous associations who Many famous artists, poets and ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

priests come from Smokvica. The most known legends in Smokvica are those dealing with fairies, beautiful maids who dance in forests and bathe in coves in eve. Numerous stories have been told about fairies, the most famous being a tale about the Vilin dol when a peasant set off to his field and found a fairy sleeping in the shade of pines. Smokvica today invites you to enjoy its natural beauties, visit cultural and historic localities, explore some of the walking and bicycle lanes, taste high quality wines in one of its 42 wine-cellars and try gastro specialties. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

BRNA Crystal clear sea, beaches, Mediterranean and Adriatic Brna is situated on the south hidden coves, nudist islets, harbors. Its name is derived side of the island of Korčula beautiful sunsets, aromatic from the Latin word taberna in a beautiful bay surrounded herbs, clean nature and fresh which means ship workshop. by green vegetation and open air…all this is Brna. It offers In the middle of the bay, at the to the sun. On the west side a unique combination of hill, the church of Saint Steven, there is a small peninsula astonishing nature and fun, built in 1971, is situated. Mali Zaglav that separates while local people will host According to a legend, Brna from Istruga bay. On the you with gastro specialties and Odysseus visited Brna southeast side there are several genuine wines, you will make and decided to anchor pebble coves surrounded by friends very fast and wish to his boat in front of the bay pine woods and azure sea. come back again… for a few days and enjoy In summer, a refreshing west In the vicinity of Brna there its beauties. wind - maestral blows very is Istruga bay known for its Mermaids that hide often so it is ideal for sailing. therapeutic mud-liman. underwater and sit in the Deep and protected, Brna bay Brna started to develop in sun in nearby coves kept him is safe for boats and yachts the 19th century as a harbor company. docking, and is yachtsman’s from which Smokvica wine Today Brna is a tourist resort 43 favorite harbor. was taken further to other with a rich tourist offer. Smokvica yellow pages

ORČULA Beaches Žal In the centre of the Brna bay there is a small pebble beach ‘Žal’ equipped with a slide for

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h is a restaurant and a shop. t Hotel Feral’s beach Hotel Feral’s beach offers facilities such as sailing school, kayak rental and

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME similar activities. Along the entire bay the shore is low, therefore enjoying in the sun and sea is possible in the vicinity of your accommodation. Istruga Half of the beach is covered with 6m thick therapeutic mud- liman layer. Therapeutic mud is a sort of peloid mud whose process of development lasts for at least a thousand years. Whole area is surrounded by pine wood and Mediterranean plants, so hiking through this area is a real pleasure. There is a small sport centre near the beach so one can play tennis, table tennis or volleyball. There is also a small restaurant in Istruga. In the vicinity of Istruga there is a cave to which a nice walking path leads. This prehistoric cave is specific 44 because it is positioned in a niche of a tall rock. Smokvica yellow pages ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

POST OFFICE SMOKVICA CAR MECHANICS Café bars Wine cellar “Plasa” +385 (0) 20 832 040 Radovanović Dražen, Brna Caffe bar „Centar“ – SMOKVICA +385(0)20 831104 BANK OFFICE – SMOKVICA +385 (0) 20 832 243 Caffe bar „Riva“ – BRNA +385(0) 91 885 9233 +385 (0) 62 201 351 Pecotić Ivko, Brna Caffe bar „Šćeta“ – BRNA Family rural household Caffe bar E„ rnest“ – BRNA Fax +385 (0) 20 831 370 +385 (0) 20 832 015 Stanojević ŠZC Istruga - BRNA Cash machines PARISH OFFICE +385(0)20 832 017 Wine cellars Otp bank – Smokvica +385 (0) 20 831 044 +385(0)98 397078 (in front of bank) Convent +385 (0) 20 831 092 P.Z. JEDINSTVO – Vinarija Smokvica [email protected] HPB bank – Brna EXCHANGE OFFICE (in front of Tourist office) +385(0) 20 831026 Medical clinic and pharmacy Hotel Feral reception – Brna fax +385(0)20 831006 Smokvica district office AMBULANCE SMOKVICA +385 (0)20 832 022 [email protected] Smokvica 212 +385 (0) 20 831 005 – doctor Restaurants, pizzerias, taverns, www.posip.hr 020 831 105 rural households +385 (0) 20 831 038 – dentist Wine cellar “Toreta” Fax: 020 831 033 PHARMACY SMOKVICA Pizzeria „First and Last“ - Smokvica 165 [email protected] SMOKVICA +385(0)20 832100 +385 (0) 20 831 014 Centre for culture, museum, library, Grill- pizzeria „Žal“ – BRNA Fax +385 (0)20 831020 GAS STATION SMOKVICA and gallery Restaurant „Galeb“ – BRNA Mob: +385(0) 98 178 2645 +385 (0) 20 831 009 Gallery Brna Restaurant „Brna“- BRNA [email protected] Other opened from 1st June – 31st August Restaurant „Kod Malog Wine cellar “Kunjas” every day from 20 to 22 h. Jakova“ – BRNA Smokvica 52 HAIRDRESSER „Madam“ INTERNET connection Tavern „Zaratak“ – BRNA +385(0) 20 831 074 +385 (0) 831 112 Grill- pizzeria „Žal“ – BRNA Rural household „Mala Kapja“ – Mob +385(0) 99 703 2819 FLORIST SHOP „Anisa“, Smokvica 45 Cafe bar „Centar“ – SMOKVICA Mala Kapja, SMOKVICA [email protected] +385 (0) 20 831 080 ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Čara &

ČaraZavalatica is an old village with about to a little shepherdess, called 700 inhabitants where the main Tasovac. Every July 25, from industry is wine production. The that year on, the people of Čara village is situated 25 km away celebrate the occasion with from Korcula. Below the village the feast of its patron St. James. there are large, fertile vineyards. There is also a small St. Mary’s Vines have grown here since time church where the pilgrimage immemorial. Čara is known for a to Our Lady takes place on the particular type of grape - Pošip. 25th of July and on the 9th of The parish church of St. Peter September. In Čavića port there is situated in the centre of the is a Chapel of Čavića Port where village local boats are being blessed. while on the square in front of Cultural and social life is the church one can see more reflected through folk music and than a century old cypress, the local traditional performances. oldest known trees on the island. The bay of Zavalatica, a small The church of Our Lady of the tourist town, and is only a few Čara Fields stands in the field, kilometres south of Čara. in the middle of a vineyard. The beach Žitna is situated 46 According to the tradition, in about 300m from the centre of 1686 Our Lady showed herself Zavalatica. Pupnat ORČULA P upnat is the smallest village P upnatska Luka on the island with some 280 Beneath the place called Pupnat, on inhabitants. It is situated at an the southern side of the island the altitude of over 300m, where most beautiful bay of the island is

the island is narrowest and located, Pupnatska Luka. A deep bay ISLAND OF K e

the most mountainous. It is is surrounded with Mediterranean h t located 13 km from the town vegetation. The pebbly beach is ideal of Korcula and is one of the for families with kids. The coast around oldest settlements on the the beach is rocky and offers you many island. Originally, Pupnat was small and rocky romantic beaches. located further north than it There is couple of restaurants in the

is today so that local people bay offering food and refreshments. TO WELCOME could monitor the arrival Macadam road leads to this bay. It of passengers and enemies is situated 15 km from the town of from the sea. For greater Korčula. security and because of a If you don’t have your own car, there better climate and economic is a bus service few times a day from conditions, the people of Korcula to Pupnat (village nearby) Pupnat moved over time which one can use to reach this to today’s current location. popular swimming spot. Alternatively, Although the population is not you can rent a car, scooter or a bicycle numerous, there are people to go for a day trip in Pupnatska Luka. engaged in agriculture and vine-growing and it has kept its, centuries old, customs and religious traditions and a sword dance Kumpanija that is similar to those of Čara, Smokvica, Blato and Vela Luka. Pupnat also has its share of old churches and celebrates the feast of Our Lady of the Snow on the 5th of August because many years ago in the midst of a hot summer Pupnat had a BAČVA BAY snowfall. This is a nice bay with a pebble beach Pupnat and its surrounding suitable for children, pine wood and area have become a favourite rocks. You can reach it by car or on foot. destination for hikers who can On the very beach there is a tavern in easily get to Bačva, Smokova which exclusively domestic food and and Ripna bays, and the drinks are served. In the vicinity there is 47 beautiful Pupnat harbour. a cave to which one can swim to. Račišće Račišće is a village with a bay Vaja bay on the north coast of the Beach in the Vaja bay is located island, located 12 kilometers about 1 km north of the village from the town of Korčula, of Racisce. It is a small beach with with a population of about white pebbles and azure sea water. 420 residents. It was founded It is a picturesque and romantic in the 17th century, which place, isolated and rarely visited. makes it one of the youngest Once there was a famous stone settlements on the island. quarry and many well known In Kneža, a small fisherman’s village, tracks of the roman mosaics were found, while the tracks of roman buildings were found in Banja. The population is mainly engaged in seafaring and fishing. There is a church dating from 1682. The present parish church of St. Nicholas was built in the late buildings in Croatia and abroad 19th century. were built of this solid stone. In the vicinity there are One can reach this beach by several bays with beautiful tarmac road that leads from the far beaches. People usually visit end of the Racisce harbor. Walking the Vaja bay which has a up the hill and taking the path 48 pebble beach and is located down the cliff to the beach is the 1 km from Račišće. way to come to this beautiful spot. Žrnovo ORČULA ISLAND OF K

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Žrnovo has approximately surrounded with beautiful h t 1,300 inhabitants and is scenery, high cliffs and trees. located 4 km from the town There one can see massive of Korcula, toward the inside rocks of cretaceous formation, of the island. It consists of composed of chains of rocks of number of hamlets: Postrana, unusual shape and mysterious

Kampuš, Prvo selo and Brdo, caves. TO WELCOME bays Medvinjak, Žrnovska The centuries old forest is a Banja, Vrbovica, Tri Žala and beautiful area which is also Oskorušica on the northern part famous for ‘Vilino korito’ located of the island while the southern under a big cliff face at the has Orlanduša, Gostinja vala, beginning of the reserve. When Rasohatica and Pavja Luka. you arrive in Kocje you’ll feel Žrnovo is a place of artists, like you’ve wandered into a mostly painters and sculptors. fairytale. The hamlet of Postrana is a birth According to a legend people place of the famous writer Petar used to meet with fairies there. Šegedin and the traditional If you decide to go to Kočje, we sword dance Moštra takes place recommend you to take some there. In front of the Church kind of a mosquito protection. of St. Roko there is an old tree Medvinjak is a populated bay „Koštili“. with a view of the Peljesac In Kampuš, there is an peninsula. elementary school and the Žrnovska Banja is a distinctively local church of Saint Martin in beautiful bay. front of which a centuries-old Vrbovca is a small bay with a holly oak grows, which belongs quarry and a camp site. to a group of protected plant Žrnovo is not only known for its species. Prvo selo is a central natural beauty but also for its part filled with charming stone local tradition and Zrnovski houses and narrow streets. In Macaroni (pasta). This is an the center there is the Church of authentic dish prepared the Nativity of the Virgin, which according to traditional recipes, has an interesting unfinished which you can try in local village look due to its design. Brdo is households and traditionally a small hamlet which boasts during the ‘Macarunada’ 49 with a nature reserve Kocje, festivity. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Tourist Board of Korčula Obala dr. Franje Tuđmana 4 2260 Korčula tel +385 (0)20 71 57 01 tel +385 (0) 20 71 58 67 fax +385 (0)20 71 58 66 www.visitkorcula.net

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The town of Korčula is one of curved due to winds. This ISLAND OF K e the best preserved medieval structure reminds one of h t cities in the Mediterranean fishbone, so a light wind from and is traditionally the tourist the sea always passes through and cultural center of the the city. But the urban planners island. Today it has about of Korcula took care of other 3,400 inhabitants. Located at details as well - the streets are

the north-eastern end of the set so that during the summer TO WELCOME island, it consists of the old there is an easy refreshing city with the suburbs infront of breeze from the west while the city walls and new parts by the streets on the east side of town coast, which are east and west are curved to stop cold winter of the old center. The old city is winds from the northeast. located on a small peninsula. City walls The town of Korčula has lots of and towers interesting characteristics, places The city of Korčula was and events. Some of them are: surrounded by high walls - A model of the Old Town in and towers both from the land fish bones and the sea side. The walls - Moreska - sword dance have been raised in 13th , 14th, - Marco Polo’s house - tower 15th centuries. However, with - Churches, museums and time the walls declined in galleries importance and they started - Half of the New Years to deteriorate, and finally festivity they were removed. Only a part of the south defense wall A model of the Old and eight towers have been Town in fish bones preserved. In the old part of town Korcula, The towers are: the main street spreads Big Revelin (the tower through the middle of the of south land gate) city from south to north. It Duke’s Little tower seperates the eastern and Duke’s Big tower western part of town. The The tower of west sea gate streets that belong to the The Kanavelić tower western side of town are The Zakerjan tower 51 steeper, while on the eastern The tower of All Saints side of town, the streets are Little Revelin ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Moreška and after the battle he was Churches, museums Moreška is the sword dance in captured and held in Korčula and galleries which a white and black king, prison. He spent a year in The cultural life of the town Osman and Moro, struggle captivity in Genoa where he takes place in various galleries for a girl’s love. This is a great wrote his first book ‘Miracles of and museums. A well known spectacle which you have to the World’ in Italian ‘Il Million’. gallery is Maximilian Vanka see. Regular performances are His book described his travels which is on the way to St. organized so that all visitors but, whilst he was dying Nicholas. It is arranged to can enjoy this show. he said: ‘I have not written represent the collection of even half of what I saw and Maximilian, and shows a Marco Polo experienced because I knew selection of his work from Marco Polo was a Venetian that I will not be believed.’ his twenties until his death. trader, who is famous for Marco Polo was buried in ‘Vapor Gallery’ is located the records of his journey Venice in 1324 in the church of at the western entrance to through China. He was born St. Lawrence. the Old Town. It is used for in 1254 in Korčula. At the age People of Korčula celebrate the exhibitions and also sells art of seventeen he began his life of Marco Polo. works by various artists. ‘Sylvia journey with his father and When walking through the Gottwald Gallery’ is located in uncle. They traveled along old medieval city you can see Old Town. Sylvia Gottwald is the Silk Road deep into Asia. Marco Polo’s house, which a world renowned architect They returned to Korcula 24 was built after his life. In this who completed her studies at years later and brought rice, way Marco Polo reveals a story Harvard. Her works of art can silk, pasta, spices, ice cream about himself, his life and be found in the Louvre, in Paris, and porcelain. Later, Marco travels to the modern world, and other cities in the world. 52 Polo took part in a naval battle, but also shows the island of In addition to galleries in between Venice and Genoa, Korcula as a vital part of his life. the town of Korcula there ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

are several museums and or gold. In the hall you can find century and was renewed by treasuries. Most famous is the the contrafernity regulation- Bishop Frano Manola. This Municipal Museum of Korcula matricula, candlesticks, Treasury is one of the most which is located on the main processional paraphernalia, famous collections of art in square next to the church silver and other Dalmatia. chatedral of St. Marc. valuable items as well. The museum’s collection There are also many churches Half of the contains everything from in the town of Korcula as well. New Years festivity the ancient to the modern. The largest is the Cathedral of For the people of Korčula it is It also has displays on how St. Marc on the main square in too long to wait entire year the people of Korcula lived Korcula, which is also the most for their New Year celebration through history. In the beautiful monument in Korcula. since they love to share museum you can find a replica It was built in the 14th and their joy with others, so they of Psephisme from Lumbarda, 15th centuries, in the form of thought of a carnival for half of the Statute of Korcula from an irregular shaped three- New Year. If you happen to find 1214, ancient Greek potery, aisled basilica. In 1525, St. Rok yourself on the island on June family coats of arms of Korcula votive chapel was added to 30th, put a mask on and join and old models of ships, etc. the side of the cathedral. It the festivity. The party is held The second museum is the was created as a testament to on the Plokata square with live Museum of icons located the people of Korcula during music until dawn. in the Contrafernity of All the plague that was raging at Saints (1301) at All Saints the city. On the south side of In Korčula you can also see one square. The Museum of icons the cathedral is the Abbot’s of the oldest cypress – alleys contains icons from the era of Treasury named St. Marc’s through which you have to the Candian Wars in the 17th treasury. This was a former pass over 102 steps and get to 53 century. The icons are on wood bishop’s palace in the mid 17th the St Anton’s church. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Beaches Island of Badija chapel of St. Cross.There is also a Y ou can reach this island by Between the town of Korcula restaurant and a café. private or rented boat. On this and Lumbarda is situated island you can enjoy clean and the island Badija. Badija is Stupe clear sea, and there are also connected with Korčula by Stupe is another islet of the many flat stones suitable for regular boat line that departs Korčula archipelago. sunbathing. There are pebble from the east dock, while the There you can find nice little beaches. traveling time is 10 min. tavern run buy the local family Badija is filled with rich natural who cooks fantastic food and City beach and Hotel and cultural beauty. In less serves cold wine and beer. There Park’s beach than 45 minutes, you can walk is also a small pebble beach The beach is situated about through the whole island. It has with places in shade, shallow 200 m from the city of Korčula both rocky and pebble beaches and suitable for children. towards the Liburnija Hotel, and is therefore a popular place Park Hotel and Marco Polo for day trips. The island is famous Planjak Hotel. This pebble beach has 54 for its Franciscan monastery The island of Planjak is several cafés in its vicinity. built in 14th century and the situated 120 m east of Badija. On the near-by beach of Park ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Hotel one can rent a boat and KORČULA – Sveti Nikola KORČULA - Banje sailboards. Nice little swimming spot, Town beach right in locally called ‘Mandrac’ (small the center of Korcula Town, KORČULA - Luka Korčulanska boat marina) right next to close to Hotel Marco Sandy beach in the bay of the church and monastery of Polo and local swimming and Luka Korculanska, about 15 Saint Nikola, about 5 minutes water polo club ‘ KPK’. This minutes of pleasant walk walk from the Old Town. There popular pebble beach is very from the Korcula Old Town, or are couples of tiny patches busy in the summer time, short taxi - boat ride from the with pebbles - ideal for small crowded with tourists and main Korcula harbor. Beach children, while the rest of the locals. is crowded with families with area is rocky with crystal clear There are a few cafes and small children who spend water. restaurants close by, so one hours playing and paddling This is very popular spot can have some refreshment in shallow water. There are for locals, though still without need to get fully a couple of cafes nearby, undiscovered by most tourists. dressed again. Good for so refreshments are easily No local cafes, so bring your children if you are based in 55 accessible. own refreshments! Korcula Town. Korčula yellow pages ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

56 Korčula yellow pages Tourist agencies Harbour Master Korčula Agency Korkyra Info Restaurant Cupido, Korkyra info 020-71 11 78 020 711 750 Šetalište Petra Kanavelića, Trg Kralja Tomislava 4 Ambulance and pharmacy Diving centers 098 1913538 ORČULA 20260 Korčula Dom zdravlja Korčula Diving club „Dupin“ Tavern Gajeta, Tel. 020/ 711 750 (ambulance), Ulica 29 br.10 Šet. Petra Kanavelića 5 [email protected] 020/711 137 098 812 496 (020) 716359 Kaleta Private doctors office Parish office Tavern KOMIN, Plokata bb, 20260 Korčula dr. Ante Komparak 020 711 282 020-711-049 Don Iva Matijace 020/715-734 (020) 716508 ISLAND OF K [email protected] Pharmacie Vet ordination e www.kaleta.hr VETERINARSKA AMBULANTA Restaurant KONOBA RAČIŠKA, h LJEKARNA KORČULA, Trg kralja t Šetalište Petra Kanavelića Atlas Tomislava bb, 020/711 057 KORČULA d.o.o. Phone: 020/711-231 Borak 61 020 922307633 Gas stations e-mail: [email protected] 020/ 711 751, 098/ 243 289 Pizzeria LEUT, INA, www.ina.hr Korčula Kantun-Tours Hrvatske bratske zajednice 33 Dubrovačka cesta 61, Restaurants Plokata b.b., tel. 020/715-622 020/711 017, MON-SAT 07-19h, Restaurant Gradski podrum 091 5213613 e-mail:[email protected] SUN 07-11h 020 711-202 Restaurant MARCO POLO MYSTIQUE

Elite TO WELCOME Restaurant Planjak Trg kralja Tomislava 2 Phone: 020/711-067 Cultural institutions 020 711-015 020 715432 Guliver MUNICIPAL MUSEUM KORČULA Restaurant Doris Šetalište Frana Kršinića Trg Sv. Marka bb, tel. 020/711 420; Tavern MARETA Punta Jurana bb, Korčula, www.guliver.hr open for visitors: April 15. - June 15. Ulica Sv. Roka 3 020 711 596 Korčula Travel and October 1. - 31.: 10am - 2pm; 020 711144 Restaurant Petar Kanavelić Trg sv. Justine 8 June 15. - July 1. and Septempber Tavern MARINERO phone: 020 61 20 58 1. - 30.: 9am - 2pm and 6pm-8pm; 020 71-18-00 Ulica Marka Andrijića 13 Restaurant - pansion “Hajduk” mob: 091 73 97 581 / 095 57 99 499 July 1. - September 31.: 9am - 9pm. (020) 711170 020 71-12-67 www.korcula-travel.com During the year the museum openes Tavern MIRAKUL, Tavern “Maslina” Financial institutions at the request of the visitors. Šetalište Tina Ujevića 33 020 71-17-20 Financial agency FINA Korčula Cultural center Korčula Pizzeria PAPE Obala korčulanskih brodograditelja Tavern Ježina, Trg kralja Tomislava bb Šetalište Petra Kanavelića br.1 bb, 20260 Korčula Šetalište F.Kršinića bb 020 711 124 BuffetT RAMONTO [email protected] Tavern “Adio Mare” Working hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00-14:00 ; Ismaelli 12 Sat: 8:00-11:00 +385 (0) 20 716 529 020711 253 Pizzeria VAL Post Office TAXI Tavern “Morski Konjic” Šetalište Frana Kršinića +385 (20) 711-405 Taxi stand, next to the bus station, 020 71- 18-78 Tavern “Marko Polo” 020 715560 Banks in front of Hotel Marco Polo, hotel Tavern Pagar, Pupnat Otp banka Liburnians hotel Bon Repos and the 020 71- 50-79 062 201 346 ferry dock, phone: 970 Tavern “Lanterna” 091 569 9959 working hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00 - Taxi Tihomir Radonić 020 71-11-02 Tavern Belin, Žrnovo 19:00, sat: 8:00 - 12:00 091/202 5512 Tavern “Sestrice”-Stupe 091 503 9258 Privredna banka Zagreb Taxi “Taxi obrt Babinar” 020 71-51-14, 098 243-307 Country household “ Grubinjac “ 020 720 377 098/888 721 Hotel Korčula terace Žrnovo, 020 711 410 working hours: Taxi “ANTUN “ 020 71-10-78 Country household “Mate” Mon - Fri: 8:00 - 14:00 O91/510 2418, 098/634 577 Restaurant Aborda Pupnat, 020 71-71 09 subota: 8:00 do 12:00 Taxi Stojan Ilišković ACI-marina Korčula Country household “Peko”, 020/711-770 www.abordayachting.hr Societe – Generale, Kneža, 020 71-08-74 Splitska banka Taxi “TIM TAXI” Restaurant Adriatic Country household “Gera” 020/711-242, 711-052, 020 711-630 091/201 2135 ACI marina, 020 715661 Žrnovo Postrana, 020 721-280, Working hours: Taxi “MILEA TAXI” Bistro Agava 0915094402; 098473684 Mon - Fri: 07.30 - 19.30, Sat: 07.30 098/949 0088 Sv. Barbare 3, (020) 715280 - 11.30 CAR RENTALS Bistro Amadeus, Strećica 8 Caffe-barovi Comunity office Korčula Rent-a-car, rent-a-boat Buffet Amfora, Ul. od Tetra br.4, Academia, Arka, Zizi, Deja vu, Dno 020/711-143, 020 711-184 Kaleta.hr, 020 711 282 020 711739 dna, Bili cvitak, Galerija, Leut, Step, 57 http://www.korcula.hr/ [email protected] Restaurant Badija, Badija Dos Locos, Fortuna ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

58 Tourist Board of Lumbarda 20263 Lumbarda www.lumbarda.hr tel/fax +385 (0) 20 712 005 ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h Lumbarda t Lumbarda is a village Korčula. The town located at the end of is also famous for its the island, 6 kilometres many churches and east from the town of chapels, some dating Korcula. It has a little from the year of 1774.

over 1,000 inhabitants. For centuries, residents TO WELCOME It consists of several of Lumbarda are hamlets scattered engaged in fishing and along the coast, small agriculture, particularly coves and hills that are vine growing. There surrounded by vast are two distinct fields of vineyards. varieties of cultivated It is believed that grapevine - Plavac and the first inhabitants Grk. Therefore, when of Lumbarda were you come to Lumbarda farmers from the town treat yourself with of Korcula, which used these famous wines. to stay overnight in Lumbarda is also Lumbarda. However, famous for stone archaeological remains cutting and was the show that Greeks birth place of two were first to establish famous sculptors, these agricultural Frano Kršinić and Ivo settlements and there Lozica. The Lumbarda are artefacts dating music, singing, folk from the 4th century dancing and amateur BC which you can see acting ensemble is in the City Museum of named after Ivo Lozica Korcula. In Lumbarda as well. Today, people you can see beautiful of Lumbarda are castles like Nobilo, tourism orientated. Milina and Kršinić Lumbarda will most dating from the 16th certainly delight century, built as the you with its beauty, summer residences of especially its sand 59 wealthy families from beaches. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

Beaches Two of the most beautiful and most visited beaches are located in Lumbarda: Bilin Žal and Vela Pržina. You can reach Lumbarda beaches by car or take a bus from Korčula town.

Vela Pržina Bilin žal Vela Pržina is the biggest natural sandy beach on Sandy beach Bilin Žal is located on the northern the island of Korčula. Vela Pržina is situated in a side of Lumbarda. This is a favorite one of the big bay on the southern side of Lumbarda, which local people. One part of the beach is paved and is opened to the sea and protected from the pleasant for walking and sunbathing. northern winds, overlooking the island of Lastovo. The sea is crystal clear and diving in the rich Vela Pržina is very popular and well visited beach offshore around the coast of the beach is during the summer. It is a favorite beach even for a real pleasure. From the beach you can see the local people, who come here to have fun and peninsula Peljesac and the islands hang out. There is an open-air cafe/restaurant of the Korčula archipelago. right on the beach offering simple dishes and There is a small cafe and a restaurant situated in refreshments. You can also rent parasols and deck a building that is built in a traditional Dalmatian chairs there. style. There you can order sea specialties (salads, The beach is suitable for all ages, it is ideal for grilled fish...). families with kids. You can also play beach volleyball The beach is suitable for all ages, couples and on the courts above the beach or in the sea. singles and families with children. 60 This area is ideal for all lovers of sailing and other Near the beach there is a parking lot. You can water sports. play volleyball on the sand. Lumbarda

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Poladin (Hotel Borik) Župni ured Sv. Roka 712 087 t Pelorus Restaurants Post Office Restaurant Borik Pošta Lumbarda www.hotelborik.hr 020 712 181 020 712 188 Exchange office Restaurant BARAKOKULA Boana Lumbarda 327a WELCOME TO TO WELCOME 020 712 517 091 7818184 Community office Lumbarda, Restaurant Natura 020 712 042 091 5702703 Gallery Restaurant Lina, www.lina.hr Lujo Lozica, Island of Vrnik 020 712 150, 020 712 346 (by appointment, 020 712 517) Pizzeria Poladin www.hotelborik.hr, 020 712 488 Taxi car Pizzeria TORKUL Car MT promet 092 288 6125 091 5793294,712 053 Konoba DUŠICA Taxi Boat 020 712 330, 020 712 179 Lugo Restaurant -tavern FERAL 098 0756 www.korcula-holidays.com Rent-a scooter 020 712 090 Uvala Tatinja Boana, 712 571 Tavern MORE, 020 712 068 Rent-a-bike Sand beach Tatinja is situated on the northern Agro tourism ZURE Boana, 712 571 www.zure.hr, side of Lumbarda, about 300 m from the centre. Boat excursions 020 712 334, 091 512 8712 There is a beautiful view of the Korčula archipelago, Boana, 712 517 Agro tourism LOVRIĆ Pelješac peninsula and the city of Orebić. Near the www.stonac-dubrovnik.com www.lovric.info, 020 712 052 beach there are restaurants, pizzerias and cafes. Diving centers Agro tourism Bire, 098 344 712 Diving center MM-sub Gril Bilin žal P laža Lenga Brendana 020 712-321 020 712 338, 098 192 1042 Grill Galeb, 091 5734037 Lenga Brendana is an ideal place for those who Sokol – diving Grill Pržina, 020 713 402 enjoy in ‘wild’ and isolated beaches. The beach is 098 344 182 Café Bars 1 km long; it is spread from Biliž žal beach to the Internet connection Hotel Borik, Hotel Lumnbarda, Café bar Maestral end of the eastern part of the island, Cape Ražnjić. Café bar Maestral, Boana Café bar Prvi žal The sea is exceptionally clean, while the offshore Mechanics Café bar Mot is ideal for diving. Near the beach there is a dense Ivica Milina Café bar Kocka pine wood. There are many isolated places on 020 712 481, 091 502 0313 Café bar Barcod which you can leave your belongings and enjoy in Romeo Milinia, 098 244 129 Souvenirs an untouched nature. You can reach the beach by Đorđe Maričić, 020711 987 Fides 61 car which you can park in the wood. ORČULA ISLAND OF K e h t Events Every summer various cultural and entertainment events take place, mostly in Korčula, Vela Luka and Blato, but also in other places on the island. Those are concerts of WELCOME TO TO WELCOME pop and clasic music, folklore nights, fishermen’s nights, children festivals, various exhibitions, promotions, theatre nights, sports manifestations etc. Guides for all f these events can be found in Tourist Associations of Vela Luka, Blato, Smokvica, Korčula and Lumbarda. Also, Korčula Centre for Culture always has its own special program so those who are interested can visit the web page www.kulturakorcula.hr.

FISHERMEN’S NIGHTS and ends at the waterfront turkey and 10 liters of wine. If you wish to experience true of Vela Luka. Locals follow Third place award is 5 roasted Dalmatia with fish specialties, competitors with their boats chickens and 5 liters of wine. homemade wine and music and support them by cheering The rest of the competitors get for reasonable prices, join the and singing. Traditionally, medals, but they all celebrate Fishermen’s nights in Vela Luka, all boats are decorated with together as if they all are the Brna or Lumbarda. flowers and flags, while during true winners. the whole event one can enjoy ST. JOHN’S REGATTA in the sound of accordion and The Battle in Vela Luka the Dalmatian song. of Giča in Blato This special event is held on Regatta dates from the 19th The reconstruction of the Battle St. John’s Day, June 24th. It is century. The regatta was if Giča will take you back in time a paddle-boat regatta. There paused in 1942 due to the like a time machine, entertain are five crew members. Four of war and it took a lot of effort you and jolly you. The Battle of them row and one is the cox to revive it, to maintain its Giča took place in 1571 on Giča, which commands and steers. authenticity, despite current the site above Blato. This is what Before the race they practice lifestyles. But after 52 years of happened: Turkish conquerors and decorate the boat. pause, the regatta was revived came and captivated women The event starts with the mass in 1994. The reaction of the and children. The men form in medieval church of St John locals was positive, and they Blato organized in Kumpanija, of Gradina. Then the blessing of started organizing crews and national guard, caught them herbs (lavender, rosemary and seeking for good vessels. on Giča, liberated the prisoners ‘dešpij’) and boats takes place The first place award is a and defeated the enemy. 62 after which regatta starts. lamb and 10 liters of wine. Reconstruction takes place in The race starts in Gradina bay Second place prize is roasted the evening hours in front of MONTH DATE EVENT PLACE th Vela Luka, Blato JANUARY 6 January ‘Naviščivanje’ (carol singing) and Smokvica 7th January to the Lent Carnival In all places

nd Blessed Lady of ‘‘Kandalora’’ procession with FEBRUARY 2 February ceremonial performance of Kumpanija sword dance Smokvica Until the Lent Carnival customs and dances All places Beginning of February „Zmajeva noć“ – entertaining evening (concert) Blato ORČULA

th St. Joseph’s day procession with ceremonial MARCH 19 March performance of Kumpanija sword dance Vela Luka Korčula APRIL 20th April Planet Earth Day Program na Elementary School Petar Kanavelić „Spomeniku“ 25th April St Mark’s Day procession Korčula

th St Vincent’s Day procession with ceremonial 28 April performance of Kumpanija sword dance Blato 28th April Triathlon Korčula ISLAND OF K

‘’The week of Blato’2012’’ (cultural, religious e Last week in April and sports events) Blato h The night of popular compositions of Festival of MAY Last week in May Dalmatian Klapa Singing Omiš Blato t Last week in May Return to the times of Marco Polo Korčula 13th June.; 23rd JUNE June and ‘Tjelovo’ Fire leaping Vela Luka 24th June St John’s regatta Vela Luka

th St John’s day –firing of the ‘baldakin’ in front of 25 June the church Žrnovo

th Ceremonial performance of Kumpanija for St the parish church. The members 29 June Peter’s and St Paul’s Day Čara 30th June Masked ‘Half of the Year’s’ celebration Korčula of Kumpanija and amateur TO WELCOME th th ‘Devetnica’ on the eve of Blessed Marija of Jesus actors from Blato participate in 30 June – 9 July Crucified Petković’s Day Blato Blessed Mary of the Island (worshipers go to the this reconstruction. JULY 2nd July island of Vrnik with their boats for the ceremony, Korčula procession and celebration) 9th July Blessed Marija of Jesus Crucified Petković’s Day Blato Marco Polo festival of song and wine, Days of Pošip in 9th-11th July international festival of music with tasting of Korčula domestic and foreign wines Smokvica 16th July Ceremonial opening of the XX Blato Summer Blato First Sunday in August the 21st July Carnival night Smokvica Blessed Mary of Čarsko Polje’s Day – procession and Open Day of Wine Cellars 25th July the blessing of the boats in Čavića port; ceremonial Čara performance of Kumpanija sword dance. take place. During the day, Ceremonial mass and procession for St Theodor’s Korčula th Day and the City of Korčula’s Day, ceremonial from 10.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. 29 July performance of Moreška knight’s game Battle of Gradina Smokvica you can see wine cellars of Vela Luka Every Thursday Grščica , Prižba Smokvica and Čara and taste Every Wednesday Fisherman’s night or Prigradica Every Wednesday Brna wines. Around 9.00 p.m. The Every Friday Lumbarda At the beginning Festival of Wine commences in of August The Battle of Giča Blato Liturgic ceremony on the island of Badija, Perdun. Brna. You can taste wine and Procession of decorated boats that sails from Kočula AUGUST 2nd August to Badija, while the first boat carries the picture of The island of miraculous Lady of the Island who saved Korčula Badija, Korčula gastro specialties and listen to from Turks by causing a storm on the sea in 1571. First Sunday in Open Days of Wine Cellars and Celebration of Smokvica,Čara, Dalmatian song there. August Wine - Days of Pošip Brna, Zavalatica 3rd August Carnival night Vela Luka

th Ceremonial mass for Blessed Mary of Snow’s Day and Festival of 5 August ceremonial performance of Kumpanija sword dance. Pupnat th Klapa singing festival of Dubrovnik-neretva’s Baroque Music 5 August county Blato 7th, 8th, 9th August Jazz festival Vela Luka in Korčula 12th – 14th August Film festival Blato This is a newly founded Ceremonial closing of XX Blato Summer Blato th Festival of Blato’s folklore Blato international music festival. 15 August Procession and mass for Vela Gospa All places Traditional festival Brna The first is to be held from th Procession for St Rok’s Day, performance for folk Lumbarda and 16 August dances and celebration Žrnovo 7th to 16th of September Klapa singing concert Vela Luka

st The night of ‘‘Kupus na Tabak’’. (The festival of 2012. Most prestigious world 1 August local cabbage dish.) Vela Luka 7th – 16th and domestic ensembles and SEPTEMBER September International festival of baroque music Korčula St Martin’s Day; tasting of wine of St Justine’s soloists, experts in baroque NOVEMBER 11th November square, competition in ‘lojenica’ baking, children Korčula music, will perform. You can sing in front of the houses the song of St Martin 24th December Lumbarda, 24th, 31st of Žrnovo, find out more about this on DECEMBER th Yule-log firing and ‘Navišćivanje’ (carol singing) Smokvica 63 December and 6 Vela Luka, Blato, www.korkyrabaroque.com. of January Smokvica 9 days on the ORČULA island of Korčula ISLAND OF K e h t WELCOME TO TO WELCOME

We have worked out for you how to spend a few days on the island by combining natural beauties and relaxation, cultural heritage and gourmet pleasures of our beautiful island. You can plan your stay however it suits you

Day 1 then return to the place of your recommend you to buy tickets In the morning have a cup of stay, get ready for an evening and enjoy rare this spectacle. coffee in a café in the city of out or just rest. Korčula. Take a taxi boat to the Day 3 islet of Badija where you can see Day 2 Rent a car or a motorcycle and an old monastery and a church. Visit the old town of Korčula – visit Pupnat, Pupnatska luka, Also, you can walk around the an open museum. In the close Žrnovo and Račišće. You should island along a walking path vicinity there are also The City certainly take a walk through the by the sea, pick a place for Museum, Saint Mark’s Cathedral nature reserve Kočje. After that relaxation and enjoy. After the and a few spectator areas. After you can try ‘žrnovski makaruni’ ( morning swim you can have that you can go to Lumbarda special homemade pasta) in one lunch in a restaurant on Badija to one of its sandy beaches. of the restaurants or local village or in Korčula and then take a taxi In Lumbarda you can have a households. We recommend you boat to the island of Stupe. This lunch and continue to sunbathe to go to Kočje in early morning island has a nice beach and is until the evening hours. A hours while the sun is still low. overlooking all the other islets traditional sword dance Moreška Find some time to sunbathe 64 and Pelješac peninsula. There is performed on Mondays and in one of the picturesque bays you can have an early dinner, Thursdays at 9:00PM , so we as for example Pupnatska luka island of Korčula

where with the beach bar and a hungry you can have a lunch in After lunch take a cyclist or tavern on the north side of the one of the restaurants in Prižba walking path to the Pinćaluša – island. and continue sunbathing. If this place where the first grape wine day is by any chance Thursday of Pošip cultivar was discovered, Day 4 you can watch the Kumpanija find at least one toreta, take a In the morning hours have a sword dance performance in the look at the Gradina – one of the drink or coffee in one of the evening hours. three most famous fortresses bars in Blato. Take a walk to the on Korčula, church and a loggia Ethno house Barilo which will Day 5 that date from 1,700 A.C. After take you back in time. You can Rent a car and search for the that make sure to visit one of the also buy nice souvenirs there. Istruga bay which is rich with wine cellars in which you will See the church of All Saints and therapeutic mud- liman enjoy the best wines, meet the sit in the loggia in front of the Go along a walking path to the tradition of wine growing and church. Walk through the lime cave. In Brna you can rent a boat winiculture, and the island way alley back to the Blato centre. and explore the coast and the of life. If this day turns out to be You can go to Prišćapac – islands nearby all by yourselves. Friday, you can watch Kumpanija interesting peninsula with two Have a lunch in one of the sword dance performance, or if 65 small beaches. When you get restaurants in Brna or Smokvica. it is Wednesday, you can go to Brna and enjoy in fisherman’s cream, put a hat, put some have a shelter from the sun, so night having homemade food water and fruit in your backpack make sure you oil yourself often and drink and listening to and you are ready for a special with the protective factors you Korčula’s traditional music. whole-day experience. There are brought. If you like to be alone, ORČULA several walking paths leading find a smooth rock with which Day 6 through the dense pine wood the island is abundant and Check the departure and return to the beautiful beaches. We enjoy the untouched nature and time of the taxi-boat for the recommend Bili Boci beach. crystal clear sea. You can have island of Proizd. Take a sun Most of the beaches do not lunch in a restaurant and also try

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WELCOME TO TO WELCOME one of the cafés in Vela Luka and decide where to go sunbathing. You can rent a boat and set off a search of your own for a nice place or take a taxi-boat to the island of Ošjak. If you are a walking type, take a walk to Posejdon hotel. Behind the hotel there is a nice walking path

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Enquire about the Big Cave At least for a day let yourself Luka, Blato or Smokvica) h t and the mosaics and then walk be guided by one of the tourist Sand beach in Lumbarda around Vela Luka in search for agencies that offer interesting Natural park the mosaics. Make sure to visit tours and trips. Kočje the Big Cave. It can be reached Visit Glavica of Saint Anton by car, but it doesn’t take too Day 9 in Korčula, with a more long to walk there either. Look For a day just enjoy in peace than one hundred years old TO WELCOME at the interior of the Big Cave and beauty of a hidden beach. A cypress alley. Climb to the and enjoy in a beautiful view good day for this could be your top where the church is and of Vela Luka and the island of last day of stay on the island. enjoy the peace, bird songs Ošjak and the sunset. If this is, That way you will absorb all the and a view of the coronal of by any chance possible, watch essences and tastes of this island the islets of this part of the the sword dance performance and store every experience deep Korčula archipelago. on the streets of Vela Luka. Ask in yourself so you can take it around when and where you back home with you.

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TRAFFIC CONNECTIONS WITH ARRIVAL WITHOUT A CAR Y ou can reach Lastovo by h t LAND AND ON THE ISLAND If you are travelling without a car, catamaran or ferry from Vela You can reach Korčula by ferry, you can use all ferry lines from Luka, and Hvar by catamaran. catamaran or bus. above, and also catamaran lines Catamaran does not and bus lines. You can get to Mljet by ferry transport cars. You can travel with catamaran line Prapatno (Pelješac) – Sobra

during the entire year. (Mljet). TO WELCOME In summer, traffic connections In summer season catamaran are more frequent than in lines Split-Prigradica-Korčula and Traffic connections on the winter. Dubrovnik-Korčula island: are introduced. bus, taxi, rent-a-car. Winter timetable valid from Jan 1st - May 31st Korčula is connected with Zagreb, There is a network of local bus and from Oct 1st - Dec 31st Dubrovnik, Sarajevo and Beograd lines on the island, bus goes with bus lines. from Vela Luka and visits all Summer timetable other places on the island to from Jun 1st - Sep 30thA DEPARTURE the town of Korčula. by ferry or catamaran ARRIVAL BY CAR from Vela Luka to Split Taxi If you are coming by car, you In Vela Luka, Blato and Korčula have four possibilities: by bus from every place on the taxi and rent-a-car services Ferry Split – Vela Luka island to Dubrovnik, Zagreb, are at your disposal. For any (3 hours voyage) Sarajevo and Beograd additional information, contact Ferry Drvenik – Korčula tourist agencies and tourism (2 and a half hours journey) by ferry from Korčula (Dominče) associations. Ferry Orebić – Dominče to Orebić You can check traffic lines by (Korčula) (15 minutes journey) yourselfs at: Ferry Rijeka – Korčula by ferry from Trpanj to Ploče Ferry and catamaran lines: (Only in summer, 18h30minutes) “Jadrolinija”, Ferry Ploče – Trpanj (Pelješac) by ferry from Korčula to Rijeka www.jadrolinija.hr, (Only in summer, 60 minutes) (only in summer) phone:. Vela Luka: 020 812 012, phone Korčula: 020 711 101, If you are travelling by car from by ferry from Korčula to Drvenik phone Split: 021 338 333 Split to Pelješac, it is necessary Bus lines: “Autotrans” : to carry a passport because You can also go on excursions www.autotrans.hr, you have to cross Bosnian to Mljet, Lastovo or Hvar from Blato: 020 851 288, 69 border (Neum). Korčula. Korčula: 060373060 Timetable ORČULA for 2012 / 01.06. - 30.09.

From Vela Luka CATAMARAN VELA LUKA-HVAR-SPLIT Vela Luka-Lastovo (Ubli) Vela Luka Hvar Split Days in week 8.45 10.45 5.30 6.25 7.40 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

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h 20.45 22.00 CATAMARAN VELA LUKA – LASTOVO (Ubli) t Vela Luka-Split Vela Luka Ubli (Lastovo) Days in week 6.15 9.00 17.20 18.05 Every day 13.45 16.30 CATAMARAN SPLIT-HVAR-VELA LUKA Split Hvar Vela Luka Days in week To Vela Luka 15.00 16.05 17.10 Every day

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Lastovo (Ubli)-Vela Luka CATAMARAN LASTOVO-VELA LUKA 4.30 5.45 Ubli (Lastovo) Vela Luka Days in week 11.00 13.00 4.25 5.20 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 19.00 21.00 7.00 7.55 Sunday/ holiday Split-Vela Luka PLOČE-TRPANJ every day 10.15 13.00 I 05:00 (01.07.-02.09.) 06:15 17.30 20.15 II 07:30 09:00 III 10:15 11:30 IV 12:45 14:00 Ferry RIJEKA - SPLIT - STARI GRAD (Hvar) - KORČULA - SOBRA V 15:15 16:30 (Mljet) - DUBROVNIK and vice versa VI 17:45 19:00 VII 20:00 21:00(30.06.-01.09.) MON 19:00 FRI 19:00 RIJEKA FRI 07:00 MON 07:00 OREBIĆ-DOMINČE (KORČULA) every day TUE 07:00 SAT 07:00 THU 19:30 SUN 19:30 I 00:30 00:01 07:30 07:30 SPLIT 18:40 18:40 II 04:00* 03:30* III 05:30 05:00 IV 06:30 06:00 09:15 09:15 STARI GRAD 17:00 17:00 V 07:20 07:00 09:45 09:45 (otok Hvar) 16:40 16:40 VI 08:30 08:00 VII 09:30 09:00 13:30 13:30 13:00 13:00 VIII 10:30 10:00 14:00 14:00 KORČULA 12:40 12:40 IX 11:30 11:00 X 12:30 12:00 16:15 16:15 SOBRA 10:40 10:40 XI 13:30 13:00 16:30 16:30 (otok Mljet) 10:25 10:25 XII 14:30 14:00 XIII 15:30 15:00 XIV 16:45 16:00 TUE 18:30 SAT 18:30 DUBROVNIK THU 08:30 SUN 08:30 XV 18:00 17:30 XVI 19:30 19:00 XVII 21:00 20:00 70 Time table for ferry Korčula – Drvenik – Korčula XVIII 22:30 22:00 check on www.korculainfo.com *Not going on Sundays and holidays Bus lines ORČULA Polasci iz VELE LUKE / Departures from Vela Luka ZAGREB, Zadar, Split, Ston 18:30 - svakodnevno / every day 05:15 / 14.30 - svaki dan osim nedjelje / except Sunday DUBROVNIK, Ston 13:30 - nedjeljom / Sunday

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SARAJEVO, Mostar e 13:30 - nedjeljom / Sunday h BLATO-SMOKVICA-ČARA 05:15 / 06:30 / 10:00 / 13:45 / 17:00 / 18:30 - radni dan / daily t PUPNAT-ŽRNOVO 05:15 / 06:30 / 17:00 / 18:30 - subota / Saturday KORČULA 13:30 / 17:00 / 18:30 - nedjelja / Sunday BEOGRAD 14:30 - utorak / subota / nedjelja - Tuesday / Saturday / Sunday

Polasci iz BLATA / Departures from Blato TO WELCOME ZAGREB, Zadar, Split, Ston 18:40 - svakodnevno / every day DUBROVNIK, Ston 05:30 / 14.35 - svaki dan SMOKVICA-ČARA 05:30 / 06:40 / 10:10 / 13:55 / 17:00 / 18:40 - radni dan / daily PUPNAT-ŽRNOVO 05:30 / 06:40 / 17:00 / 18:40 - subota / Saturday KORČULA 13:40 / 17:15 / 18:40 - nedjelja / Sunday 05:00 / 05:55 / 07:40 / 11:05 /13:05 / 13:55 / 15:00 / 15:50 / 18:00 / 19:30 - radni dan VELA LUKA 05:00 / 07:40 / 11:05 /15:50 / 18:00 / 19:30 - subota / Saturday 07:40 / 15:50 / 18:00 / 22:20- nedjelja / Sunday 07:20 - utorak/srijeda/četvrtak / Thuesday/Wednesday/Thursday SARAJEVO, Mostar 13:40 - nedjeljom / Sunday Polasci iz KORČULE / Departures from Korčula 19:45- svakodnevno / every day 06:45 - svaki dan osim ZAGREB, Zadar, Split, Ston nedjelje 15:30 - utorak / subota / nedjelja - Tuesday / Saturday / Sunday BEOGRAD 08:45 - četvrtak / Thursday VELA LUKA 06:40 / 10:15 /12:15 / 14:10 / 15:00 / 18:30 / 20.15 - radni dan / daily Blato,Smokvica, 06:45 / 10:15 /15:00 / 18:30 / 20.15 - subota / Saturday Čara 06:45 / 12:15 / 20.15 / 21:30- nedjelja / Sunday 07:00 / 08:00 / 10:00 / 11:10 / 12:05 / 13:15 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 18:45 - radni dan / daily LUMBARDA 07:00 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 - subota / Saturday 10:00 / Dominče 14:00 / 17:00 / 18:45 - nedjelja / Sunday 06:40 / 10:15 /12:15 / 13:15 / 14:10 / 15:00 / 18:30 - radni dan / daily 06:45 / 10:15 / 13:00 /15:00 / 18:30 - subota / Saturday 06:45 / PUPNAT-ŽRNOVO 15:00 / 21:30 - nedjelja / Sunday RAČIŠĆE 05:45 / 06:40 / 11:10 / 13:15 / 15:00 / 19:15 - radni dan / daily 71 Kneže 05:45 / 14:00 - subota / Saturday ORČULA Dictionary

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h Yes ( da ) t No ( ne ) Please ( molim ) Souvenirs Thank you ( hvala ) OF THE ISLAND OF KORČULA Exscuse me ( pardon ) Hello! ( bok ) SOUVENIRS OF THE ISLAND OF KORČULA

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Good evening ( dobra večer ) If you wish to take a memory with you Good morning! ( dobro jutro! ) or a piece of the island of Korčula which Good night ( laku noć ) you will share with your loved ones Goodbye ( zbogom/doviđenja ) upon your return home, here’s what we Cheers! ( živjeli/ u zdravlje! ) recommend as a souvenir: My name is ( moje ime je..) What is your name ( kako se ti zoveš) 1. Music of our singers and klapa’s: klapa How are you ( kako si? ) Kumpanji, Klapa Vela Luka, Klapa Ošjak, How much ( koliko ) Oliver Dragojević, Meri Cetinić, Jasna Where can I find secure car park ( gdje mogu Zlokić. You can buy CDs on gas stations naći sigurno mjesto za parkiranje ) in Vela Luka and Korčula, in Lido shop I have a reservation ( imam rezervaciju ) in Vela Luka, in Blato in Blato Tours, How much is it ( koliko košta ) in Korčula in Kantun Tours, in some Breakfast ( doručak ) other souvenir shops, news-stands and Lunch ( ručak ) elsewhere. Dinner ( večera ) 2. Island products: as worthy and Meat ( meso ) interesting island products we Vegetables ( povrće ) recommend: olive oil, prosecco, Cash ( gotovina ) homemade liquors, dried figs, almonds Keep the change ( zadržite ostatak ) in sugar, orange peel in sugar (‘arancini’), It was excellent ( bilo je izvrsno ) lavender in a bag. You can buy them on Where can I buy ferry ticket ( gdje mogu kupiti stands in Vela Luka or Korčula and also in trajektnu kartu ) some shops as, for example, Marco Polo Where is the hotel ( gdje je hotel ) shop in Korčula. Where is the ferry ( gdje je trajekt ) 3. Stone and wood souvenirs: stone No problem ( nema problema ) house, ‘vrtujak’ made of stone or wood Can I have the recipe please ( mogu li dobiti can be found in Vela Luka in Lido shop, recept molim ) in Blato in Blato Tours, in Korčula in A nightclub ( noćni klub ) souvenir-shops and on stands. 72 To go fishing ( ići pecati ) 4. Find your own souvenir – a nice rock or a shell from your favorite beach. Our training firm project Training firm is a fictive firm programme in the Republic of New generation of third grade ORČULA which is founded and led by Croatia. It was a tourist guide students of bussines school in students. The main goal of this Welcome to Vela Luka. A big the academic year of 2011/2012 program is to enable students support to this project came named their company Odisej to apply their theoretical from Tourist Association Vela and decided to unite all Tourist knowledge to practice, Luka, Municipality of Vela Luka, Associations of the island show their creativity, learn to but also fro many others who of Korčula in the project of ISLAND OF K e take responsibility, feel the recognized the value of this making a tourist guide for the h t importance of team work project and gave donations to entire island. The result of this and gain independence and help its realization. Those were: succcessful colaboration of the experience in work. DUNEA ltd, Ministry of economy, Tourist Associations of the island First training firm inH igh School work and entrepeneurship, and High School Vela Luka is this Vela Luka was founded by Ministry of Tourism, County guide.

13 students of third grade of of Dubrovnik-Neretva, Tourist Students: Ana Bačić, Ante TO WELCOME Bussines School in academic Association Blato and Croatia Blitvić, Tomislav Cetinić, Ivan year 2010/2011. Those were: osiguranje. The success of Katić, Anamarija Pecotić, Ivana Bikić, Katarina Brčić, Marin Travelino was an inspiration for Pavao Sardelić, Petra Sardelić Farac, Ana Franić,Tea Golič, new generation and set great and Maja Šeparović. Ana Kurtović, Josipa Lovričević, ground for continuation of work. Mentor: Maja Tičinović Žuvela Ivona Mrkonjić, Josipa Padovan, Adriana Pecotić, Natali Razlog, Ines Žuvela and Ivana Žuvela. Their mentors were professors of economic subjects: Tomislava Stipković, Ivana Škoro and Maja Tičinović Žuvela. They called their firm Travelino and were the first one to make a real product in the training firm First training firm Welcomel ukato

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Basic info for Croatia T ime zone: ACI – MARINA KORČULA GMT + 1 in the winter and GMT + 2 in the summer tel: +385 (0)20 711 661 ORČULA Survey Tap water is drinkable. VHF: 17 Please fill in this short questionairre Voltage: 220 V, frequency 50 Hz. and take it to the Tourist Association AMBULANCE : 94 burreau of Kočula, Lumbarda, Smokvica, Travel documents Blato or Vela Luka. The passport or other internationaly recognised identification Health centre Korčula 020 711 137

ISLAND OF K document. Tourists can stay in Croatia for up to three months. Ambulance Smokvica 020 831 005 e

h Please mark with grades 1 to 5 Welcome to Additional information is available at the embassies of the Health centre Blato 020 851 205 t the island of Korčula tourist guide. Republic of Croatia abroad or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of theHealth centre Vela Luka 020 812 040 1 2 3 4 5 Republic of Croatia. Phone: +385 (0)1 4569 964 - www.mvp.hrGeneral hospital Dubrovnik 020 431 777

Did this tourist guide met Registration CUSTOME OFFICES your needs wih its content? When you check in a hotel, apartment or any other objects,

WELCOME TO TO WELCOME Yes, entirely Yes, but not entirely you will automatically be registered with the police. If you areCustoms office Korčula 020 772 080 No staying with friends please do it yourself in a 24 hour period, Customs office Vela Luka : 020 772 079 in Tourist office or nearest police station and be sure to bring Please write down anything you feel this your passport. This procedure is helping you overcome any FIRE BRIGADE 93 guide misses. inconvenience that may occur while you are on a holiday. GAS STATIONS ______INA - Vela Luka 020 812 910 ______Postal and telecommunication services 12.09. - 17.05. 7-19h ; Sundays/ holidays 7-13h ______Public phones are used with the phone cards that can be 18.05. - 13.09. 6-22h ______bought at post offices and newsstands. INA - Korčula 020 711 017 ______There are mobile networks operating in Croatia: Radno vrijeme: 6-22h (Sundays/holidays too) ______T Mobile (098 i 099) www.t-mobile.hr POLICE 192 ______VIPnet (091) www.vipnet.hr Police station Korčula 020 444 333 TELE2 (095) www.tele2.hr Police station Vela Luka 020 813 301 With marks 1 to 5 mark TOMATO (092) www.tomato.com.hr PORT AUTHORITIES the front page of the Guide. BON BON (097)www.bonbon.com.hr/home Port authority Dubrovnik office in Vela Luka 1 2 3 4 5 All operators offer roaming service. Vouchers for mobile phones020 711 178 can be purchased at post offices,newsstands and shops. Port authority Dubrovnik office in Korčula Do you think this guide 020 813 520 helped you to spend your time on the Currency, payments, tax free island in a quality manner? Croatian currency is kuna (HRK/kn). 1 kuna (kn) = 100 lipas. PUBLIC TRANSPORT yes no Payments: You can use only kunas as means of payment, Jadrolinija Vela Luka 020 812 015 and money can be exchanged in banks, exchange offices, postJadrolinija Korčula 020 715 410 Is there anything else offices and hotels. Port Dominče Korčula 020 715 685 you would like to state? Credit cards: Most hotels, restaurants and shops will accept Bus station Korčula 060 373 060 ______credit card payments (Eurocard/Mastercard, Diners, AmericanAutotrans Blato 020 851 288 ______Express, Visa). ______Customs duties: Foreign currency can be freely transferred ______to Croatia to the amount of 40,000.00 HRK. Customs must ______be notified of any amounts exceeding this number. Home 74 ______currency can be freely transferred to and from Croatia to the ______amount of 15,000.00 HRK.

Basic info for Croatia ACI – MARINA KORČULAT ax return: The right of tax Medical help tel: +385 (0)20 711return 661 encompasses all foreign Guests from countries which

Public holidays ORČULA VHF: 17 citizens for purchased goods have signed a health-care ’s DayNew Year 1 Jan (except petroleum derivatives) agreement with the Republic Epiphany 6 Jan AMBULANCE : 94to the amount of 501.00 HRK of Croatia do not have to pay for Easter Monday 9 Apr per receipt. The purchaser must medical services. If that is not the Labour Day 1 May Health centre Korčulahave a VAT 020 (PDV-P) 711 form 137 filled case, the services are charged Corpus Christi Ambulance Smokvicaby the seller, 020 which 831 must 005 be directly to the user. A 7 Jun ISLAND OF K

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Health centre Blatoverified 020 upon 851 leaving 205 Croatia on Statehood Day 22 Jun h t Health centre Velathe Luka border crossing.020 812 Tax return040 Safety, fire and Victory and 25 Jun Homeland General hospital isDubrovnik possible six months 020 after 431 the 777 environmental Thanksgiving Day 5 Aug purchase of goods. protection Assumption of Mary

CUSTOME OFFICESAdditional info about A special European emergency Independence Day 15 Aug customs duties: number has been also 8 Oct All Saints’ Day

Customs office RepublicKorčula of Croatia 020772 Customs 080 established in Croatia: 112. 1 Nov TO WELCOME Christmas Day Customs office Directorate,Vela Luka phone: : 020 +385 772 1 0796102 You can dial it from all mobile 25 Dec St Stephen’s Day 333, www.carina.hr and fixed phones in case you 26 Dec FIRE BRIGADE 93 need any emergency service. GAS STATIONS Foreign language Please, act responsibly in INA - Vela Luka radio020 812 news 910 natural areas, take notice of 12.09. - 17.05. 7-19hDuring ; Sundays/ the summer holidays season, 7-13hfire restriction signs and do not Information on international Dubrovnik-Neretva county 18.05. - 13.09. 6-22hCroatian National Radio throw burning or inflammable phone numbers 11802 351 400 INA - Korčula 020Channel 711 0172 regularly broadcasts objects in the surrounding Weather Forecast and Road County department of tourism Radno vrijeme: 6-22hnews and(Sundays/holidays Croatian Automobile too)countryside. The sea water in this Conditions: 060 520 520 351 182 POLICE 192 Club reports on traffic area is of high quality, so please Road assistence: 987 (if calling Department of tourism Police station Korčulaconditions 020 on a444 daily 333basis in help us in keeping it so. from abroad or your mobile inspection Dubrovnik 351 103 Police station Velaseveral Luka languages: 020 813 English, 301 phone dial +385 1 1987) PORT AUTHORITIESGerman, Italian and Czech. IMPORTANT TELEPHONE Croatian Auto Club (HAK) 01 Useful Links Port authority DubrovnikThis station also office broadcasts in Vela LukaNUMB ERS 4640 800; www.hak.hr; Exchange rate list: www.hnb.hr 020 711 178 news and traffic conditions Country calling code for Croatia Weather: www.dhmz.hr Port authority Dubrovnikreports from severaloffice foreign in Korčulais 385 Unique National number for Road conditions: www.hak.hr 020 813 520 radio stations (Bavaria Radio For island of Korčula and all emergency situations 112 Ferry lines: www.jadrolinija.hr Channel 3, Austria Radio Dubrovnik-Neretva county Croatian center for search and Airlines: www.croatiaairlines.hr PUBLIC TRANSPORTChannel 3, RAI Uno, British dialling code is 020. If you are rescue at sea 9155 Dubrovnik Airport: www.airport- Jadrolinija Vela LukaVirgin 020Radio 812and Czech 015 Radio). calling from abroad or using your Croatian dubrovnik.hr Jadrolinija KorčulaThere 020 are also715 specialized 410 daily mobile phone you do not have to Mountain Rescue 091 212 3003 Airport Split: www.split-airport.hr Port Dominče Korčulanews broadcasts 020 715 for boaters685 in dial the first 0 so the dialing code Police 192 Dubrovnik-Neretva County Bus station KorčulaCroatian 060 and 373 English. 060 is 385 20. Fire brigade 93 Tourist Board: www. Autotrans Blato 020 851 288 Ambulance : 94 visitdubrovnik.hr Pets During your stay you HTZ - Croatian National Tourist Pets must be accompanied can need some of these Croatia Airlines 413 777 Board: www.croatia.hr by the owner and have the numbers: Airport Dubrovnik 773 377 Ministry of Tourism: www. International certificate by an General information 18981 Airport Split 021 203 555 mint.hr authorized veterinarian not older Information on phone numbers Jadrolinija Dubrovnik 418 000 Ministry of Foreign Affairs : 75 they then six months. in Croatia 11888 Jadronilija Split 021 338 333 www.mvp.hr tel/fax: +385 20 812 972; www.ssvl.hr email: [email protected]

We wish to thank the following for their support: Sponsors SŠ Vela Luka DNŽ Općina županija TZ Vela Luka Vela Luka dubrovačko- neretvanska TZ Blato TZ Smokvica MINISTARSTVO TZ Lumbarda gospodarstva, rada i poduzetništva Općina Vela Luka

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We thank all who financially supported this project TZ Lumbarda