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Ciovo travel & tourism guide
Ciovo is an island situated in middle Dalmatia, connected with the city Trogir by drawbridge, and administratively divided between Split, Trogir and Okrug. The bridge between land and the island is situated next to the historical town of Trogir. It is a hilly island with the highest peak called Rudine. The villages of Arbanija, Slatine, Okrug Gornji and Okrug Donji are ideal places for a quiet holiday.
There are beautiful pebbled and rocky beaches on the island. History lovers can visit several historical monuments such as the Convent of St. Cross and the Church of Lady of Prizidice. On the island you will find peace and quiet away from city hustle and bustle.Since the island Ciovo is a kind of extension of the city Trogir, it offers a lot of possibilities for vacation, recreation and swimming, as well as numerous historical monuments. The Mediterranean vegetation, archipelago with small picturesque little islands, mild climate and most beautiful beaches in hidden bays, will certainly make your stay unforgettable. It position in the heart of Dalmatia makes it ideal starting point for exploring rich cultural heritage and natural beauties of Dalmatia.A beautiful view of Split and Kastela riviera summer evenings will remain etched in the memory of your holidays. Arbanija is small and pitoresque tourist resort, situated on the north side of the island, 4km from the city-centre of Trogir, southwest of the Ciovo's part of Trogir and Mastrinka, and northeast of Slatine. The area of Arbanija is known for beautiful beaches, coastal area overgrown with woods and many small coves.Arbanija is perfect for those who prefer a peaceful family vacation, without traffic jams, noise and tourist crowd. Apartments and holiday homes, mostly near the sea, will give you a pleasant and comfortable stay. Beach full of pebbles, pine trees that tower above the sea, forming a natural shade, the ideal place for your vacation. For warm summer evening panorama of Kastela bay in front of you gives a memorable picture from your vacation. Okrug is located on the western side of the island Ciovo. It is divided into Okrug Gornji and Okrug Donji, two traditional Dalmatian villages. Okrug is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Croatia with its 2670 sunny hours per year. The entire length of the coast extending to sandy beaches, ideal for families with children. Lovers of active holidays can be, from the wide, choose a lot of content like, diving, water skiing, rent a scooter, paragliding, fitness center and tennis courts, and there is a variety of offers "beach bars" with good music. Fishing festivals, folk songs, taverns with delicious fish dishes along with wine and song, as well as discos and live music, an integral part of the night life that offers Okrug Gornji. Innumerable small hidden bays and beaches, sun and clear blue-green sea offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a swim in a secluded place. Every day excursions are organized with little boats to the silent bays in the near. Slatine are a small fishermen and tourist village situated on the northeastern side of the island, only 8km from Trogir. It lies on the coast of Kaštela bay, opposite Split. In summer, the associated ferry Trogir-Split-Slatina, and for 30 minutes enjoyable boat ride to the port of Split waterfront. In the surroundings of Slatine, the coast is indented with a lot of lagoons, cliffs, gravel and stone beaches. During summer heats, the pinewoods create pleasant shade, and they are perfect either for families with small children for swimming or for those who love peace and quiet. Beside tourism, inhabitants are mostly occupied with fishery and agriculture. The village disposes of open sport terrains for indoor soccer and basketball, restaurants and „konobe“ (wine cellars) with homemade oil, wine, fruit, vegetable and sea specialties.
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