Island Korčula

However, the reward of the sight of the unbelievable beaches with the view of Hvar and the rest of the Adriatic will help you forget the time spent paddling. The southern edge of the island, on the other hand, offers an invitation to those kayakers prepared to paddle more, and who therefore will be able to enjoy paddling next to the cliffs and steep slopes decorated with drystone wall terraces with vineyards of the endemic sorts of wine Pošip and Grk.

As a kind of Dalmatian brand, lounging in the shade on sandy beaches like those in Pupnat harbour is essential after a full day of kayaking and a guarantee that it will refill your batteries with 100% natural pleasure. These are just some of the postcards from Korčula which will take you back in your thoughts or recall them from the memory of your smartphone with a click to instantly cheer yourself up

The birthplace of Marco Polo was built on the foundations of a Greek colony, and is the historical and tourist centre of the largest island in the Dubrovnik region. It is famous for its streets that are shaped in the form of a fish bone and well-preserved Gothic and Renaissance buildings.
Among them stands out the Cathedral of sv. Marko [St. Mark], whose rich interior guards the works of great Italian painters. The people of Korčula have preserved their customs and the medieval knight’s game “Moreška” that takes place on the town streets. The gentle Mediterranean cuisine will challenge the palates of even the most fastidious gourmets.
Along with the gifts of the sea (mussels, fish, crabs), delicious desserts such as Cukarin, the Dubrovnik cakes rožata and klašun go very well with the local Korčula wines – Grk, Pošip, Plavac and Rukatac.
Near the town of Korčula, there is an archipelago of 20 uninhabited islands covered with dense thicket, and an accessible coastline. Here is also the slightly larger islet of Badija with its pebble beaches and beautiful Franciscan monastery.

Pošip , Pošip bijeli, Pošipak and Pošipica are all local names for this indigenous white grape variety from the island of Korčula. It can also be found on the islands of Lastovo and Mljet, but can be grown all over Dalmatia. Pošip thrives on sandy soils, protected from wind, and gives large clusters that produce a high-quality, delicious wine. The golden yellow wine is dry, offering a strong aroma of dried apricots and figs, and has 12–13% of alcohol. Pošip wines have a distinct fragrance and high acidity levels, and they make great wines for storing and ageing.

Legend has it that Pošip was a vine that grew wild, found by chance, and scientific research has found that it was probably created as a spontaneous cross between two varieties from Korčula, Bratovina and Blatska zlatarica. It is believed that its name comes from the elongated and pointy shape of the berries, which reminded the people of Korčula of the sharp end of a farming tool known as šip. It is one of the oldest and most highly regarded white varieties, and is associated with Korčula because it has been cultivated there since ancient times. In 1967, the wine that came from the village of Čara on Korčula became the first white wine in Croatia to be awarded the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), and it still holds value today. In fact, the Pošip variety is steadily gaining importance in southern Croatia, spreading and being grown on land as well, in vineyards that are sprouting up across Dalmatia.

This variety can be used to make fresh wines that age in oak barrels, as well as semi-sweet wines for those with a sweet tooth. Pošip can be served with grilled whitefish, barbecued tiny blue fish or bottom-dwelling freshwater fish, clam stew, as well as lobster and European lobster in various delicious dishes.

The picturesque town of Vela Luka is the largest town on the island of Korčula, and the second largest town in the Adriatic islands. Located on the west side of the island, its gulf position is a safe anchorage and port for sailors.
Vela Luka is a place of very talented artists and musicians, a place of interesting traditions and rich cultural heritage. Traces of life in this area go back deep into the past, as visible in the numerous archaeological finds from Vela Spila site, one of the most famous prehistoric sites in Europe. Artefacts discovered there are exhibited in the museum collection of the Cultural Centre, where there is also a collection of wooden model ships, a collection of mosaics, and an international gift of a collection of drawings, prints and small sculptures.
During the summer months the Luško summer, offers a rich cultural and entertainment program, a’cappella songs, concerts, entertainment and classical music and the real attraction – the Knight’s game “kumpanija” performed by the folklore society. Sung in many songs, Vela Luka is an inspiration to every passer and creator!