Korcula

Marko Polo's Hometown!

Korcula undoubtedly holds a privileged position among the Croatian islands. Here are more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else.

Korcula is one of the best preserved medevial towns in all of the Mediterranean with red roofed houses, beautiful architecture and city walls surrounding its narrow streets. Known also for its marvelous nature, Korcula is one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic. Of course Korcula boasts a gorgeous seaside with variety of pebble, rock and even sandy beaches for visitors to enjoy. The island's position in the Adriatic makes for an ideal stopover when traveling between Dubrovnik and Hvar.

The Old Town center is highlighted by the Cathedral of St. Marco and the house of Marco Polo, both essential stops for any visitor. The island produces some of the finest white wines in the region and it is a short trip away from the neighboring Pelejsac Peninsula famous for its high quality red wines. The island is rich in culture and tradition with a storied past dating back to ancient Greek times. If you are lucky during your stay you will catch a performance of Moreska, a spectacular knight combat dance conducted with swords.