The Moreška is a traditional sword dance that is hundreds of years old and was once performed all over the Mediterranean but is now only demonstrated in the town of Korčula, on the Croatian island of the same name in the Adriatic. Common throughout the Mediterranean in 12th and 13th centuries, the dance is thought to have been imported to this charming island in 16th century from Italy and Dubrovnik. After the 19th century, Korčula was the only place where it remained. Said to have originated in Spain where the dance was linked with the conflict between the Moors and Christians, in Dalmatia, this was applied to their struggles against the Ottoman Empire.
Marko
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5 accommodations at Marko
Property Description
Small apartment house "Marko". 200 m from the centre of Vela Luka, in a quiet, elevated position, 200 m from the sea, 300 m from the beach. In the house: internet access, washing machine (for shared use). Public parking on the road extra. Shop, restaurant 200 m, pebble beach 300 m. Tennis 2 km, walking paths from the house 1 km, cycle lane 1 km.
Location Vela Luka, Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia
Places near the property(Distances as the crow flies)
- Airports
- Brac, 36.2 Km
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We may all be stuck at home and inside right now but that only gives us all ample opportunity to dream, look ahead, develop a serious case of wanderlust, and start putting together elaborate bucket lists of things we want to see and do and places we want to go when it is safe to do so again. And we're definitely all due a getaway when this thing is over! One of the places that we always favour is Croatia and one particular island in Croatia, quite the hidden gem, that we'd love to be exploring right now is Lastovo. Here are some reasons as to why it is on all of our bucket lists right now:
1. It is a natural gem.
Lastovo is a uniquely beautiful and unique island in Croatia as it is the only island in its entirety to be declared a Nature Reserve in the country. As such, her immense natural bounty and the fascinating flora and fauna of the island, have remained protected and preserved.
2. It is a perfect place to relax.
Home to less than one thousand people, sleepy, half-empty, pretty, little villages wonderful views over the Adriatic, and some excellent vineyards, it is a place of peace, calm, and relaxation.
1. It is a natural gem.
Lastovo is a uniquely beautiful and unique island in Croatia as it is the only island in its entirety to be declared a Nature Reserve in the country. As such, her immense natural bounty and the fascinating flora and fauna of the island, have remained protected and preserved.
2. It is a perfect place to relax.
Home to less than one thousand people, sleepy, half-empty, pretty, little villages wonderful views over the Adriatic, and some excellent vineyards, it is a place of peace, calm, and relaxation.
The county of Split-Dalmatia is an ideal spot to find a vacation rental in Croatia as it is one of the most beautiful parts of the country with an incredible coastline and a wide variety of tourist attractions. When one looks into these tourist attractions of the region, they will quickly discover that the most popular usually fall into one of a few categories: famously lovely beaches, incredible churches or historic fortresses, natural gems, museums, and scenic spots boasting panoramic views. One especially interesting spot, that is a must-see for those who have found a villa in Split-Dalmatia and are planning a day trip to the charming port town of Hvar, is the town's fortress. This fascinating gem is not only a picturesque architectural wonder but it also combines several other of the types of attractions of the region under one roof as it is also a museum, boasts a rich and intriguing history, and affords one of the best views in the entire country.
Perched high atop the town, the Fortress or Fortica (also known by the locals as the Španjola) takes in views down over the cluster of incredible historic buildings of the old town of Hvar, the bay, its surroundings, the sea, and all the way out to the Pakleni islands. This view is often made even more impossibly lovely by the incredibly vibrant hues of this landscape on a sunny day with the bright cerulean of the skies reflected in rich blue waters, the Mediterranean greenery that is so lush in this area, and the creamy white stone of the buildings below gleaming in the light with the rich terracotta of the tiled roofs atop them all, all painting a vivid scene. It is equally an ideal place to go during the day for the clearest views to see far out of the water or to go at sunset and watch the rich glow that makes the city even more magical and pretty. At night, the building is lit up beautifully to crown the city perfectly and can be seen from all around.
Tvrdalj is a palace and the fortified summer residence of Petar Hektorović, the Croatian poet (1487-1572). The most famous building in Stari Grad, it was built over the course of the poet's life and it had the same importance for him as his literary work.
In fact, it is actually a literary work in its own right and is engraved with more than twenty stone inscriptions in both Latin and Italian as well as inscriptions in the Croatian language. One particularly important inscription is the Italian, “Fede e realtà o quanto è bella!” (“Oh how lovely faith and reality are!”), which was Hektorović's life motto.
In addition, the building boasts beautiful views, pretty grounds and gardens and is richly steeped in local history. To spend time wandering this incredible architectural gem, just find a vacation rental in Hvar.
In fact, it is actually a literary work in its own right and is engraved with more than twenty stone inscriptions in both Latin and Italian as well as inscriptions in the Croatian language. One particularly important inscription is the Italian, “Fede e realtà o quanto è bella!” (“Oh how lovely faith and reality are!”), which was Hektorović's life motto.
In addition, the building boasts beautiful views, pretty grounds and gardens and is richly steeped in local history. To spend time wandering this incredible architectural gem, just find a vacation rental in Hvar.
Croatia is famous for her beaches. In fact, if you've been dreaming of visiting the country, chances are that you have been dreaming of lying out on stretches of perfect white sand while impossibly blue waters gently lap the coast in front of you...Sounds good, right?
Croatia is a natural gem and beautiful, in general, but the coast is especially lovely and there is a vast number of excellent beaches. We've been narrowing it down to some of the best of the best in this series of posts so here are more of Croatia's best beaches…
7. The Pakleni Islands
If you have found a vacation rental in Hvar, then you simply have to visit the Pakleni Islands.
Croatia is a natural gem and beautiful, in general, but the coast is especially lovely and there is a vast number of excellent beaches. We've been narrowing it down to some of the best of the best in this series of posts so here are more of Croatia's best beaches…
7. The Pakleni Islands
If you have found a vacation rental in Hvar, then you simply have to visit the Pakleni Islands.
In the last post, we introduced the stunning beach of Zlatni Rat. Called the Golden Cape or Golden Horn beach, it is a beautiful and famous beach on the Croatian coastline, located 2km from the town of Bol on Brač Island, that is regularly listed as one of the top beaches in Europe. While it can be busy, it is an incredible natural gem that is well worth the visit. Just make sure you know what to expect before you go! There are a few things to keep in mind when visiting this beach so here are our tips, tricks and essential facts.
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