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Krapanj is an islet in the Sibenik archipelago and is divided from the coast by a 300 meter wide channel that can be crossed by daily boat lines from Brodarica. This smallest and lowest settled island on the Adriatic is covered with forest, underbrush and grass, while its inhabitants have been upholding the sponge diving tradition for centuries. It is know for its tradition of harvesting and processing sponges. It is 300 m away from the village of Brodarica, its closest mainland.
With its flat surface, the island of Krapanj is the lowest as well as the smallest island on the Adriatic Sea. The island surface does not exceed the height of 1.25 meters above see level.

The tradition of sponge harvesting and processing has been nurtured on the island of Krapanj for centuries. Sponges from this area are extremely well received throughout the world for their high quality and aesthetic beauty. The cosmetic market has in recent years opened the market for Krapanj sponges on an international scale.