travel and tourism in croatia

The island of Korcula is one of the biggest and most populated island of Dalmatia, the Mediterranean region situated in the Adriatic sea. It is the southernmost island of the Adriatic Middle-Dalmatian islands. The east side of the island is only 1270 m far from the land and peninsula Pelješac, whilst the west side ranges deeply into the Adriatic Sea. Along its shore there are 50 smaller islets.
The island has a very mild Mediterranean climate. Mean temperatures are rather high. Daily and annual temperature differences are small, which is very favourable for agriculture and tourism. There are many hours of sunlight, 2,700.
The town of Korcula, situated on the eastern border of the island, is a architectural example of an excellently preserved, founded, medieval, magnificent town. It is build on an islet of 3 hectares, later linked with the land of the island.
Korčula is the historical and tourist centre of the island of the same name in the South Dalmatian Archipelago. Known as the birth-place of Marko Polo, this town has been justly called “a little Dubrovnik” due to its picturesque squares and medieval atmosphere.