Rab travel & tourism guideThe island Rab is a part of the Kvarner region, it is located between Krk in the northwest and Pag in the southeast. There are several towns and places scattered over the island, Barbat, Banjol, Palit, Kampor, Mundanije, Supetarska Draga, and Lopar they are mostly on the south side. In the south of the island is possibly the most beautiful holm oak forests in the Mediterranean.    Main claim to fame is a stone cutter called Marin. He settled in Italy and founded the state of San Marino.Once again, Rab was under Venetian rule between 1409 to 1797. However, it was under Austro-Hungarian rule that the island thrived, and became a popular tourist resort. It also became well-known as a naturist resort. TOURISM On the island there are several small towns and villages scattered over the island. In every one of these towns you will come across beautiful beaches, clear blue sea, and accommodation such as apartments and rooms.One of them bears the same name as the island. City of Rab is mostly known for its four church bell towers which became the symbol of the town and island, and the town patron is St. Christopher. The city is surrounded by walls that are in large part still standing, and one of the symbols of the city is the church St. Mary the Blessed, whose motives women translate to well known Rab lace.Island offers everything necessary for a great holiday. For one, guests can chose to stay in a hotel or an apartment or room in one of private homes. As for good food, they can choose from a variety of established restaurants and taverns which serve fantastic seafood. Visitors can enjoy the sunny beaches, take walks along the seaside as well as take part in many water sports. In the evenings they can enjoy a wonderful dinner in one of the local restaurants and then a cocktail or two in one of its cocktail or café bars. It is an island of contrasts. On the north coast of the island, resembling a stone wall, stretches the barren hill Kamenjak, which protects the south of the island from strong winds from the continent. The south is rich in Mediterranean vegetation and beautiful sandy and rocky beaches. Everyone can find a place for themselves on this island. ACCOMMODATION There are a number of hotels on the island, the majority of which are in Rab Town, although a couple also exist in Lopar. Private accommodation is also available. EVENTS Special attraction is Chivalric tournement of crossbowmen which are held in honor of the town patron St. Christopher. These medieval games are held on May 30 and July 27, while a solemn march-past in the town is organized on Assumption day, too. On these occasions island offers to its visitors a whole series of programs worth seeing. GETTING THERE There are daily ferries from Rijeka to Rab Town - journey time 1 hour 40 minutes. In the summer, there are several ferries a week between Baska on Krk and Lopar. These two lines are run by Jadrolinija.Daily ferries also exist between Jablanac on the mainland and Misnjak, which is on the eastern side of island. This route is run by Rapska Plovidba. return from Rab to Croatian Islands return from Rab to Exploring Croatia travel & tourism guide New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
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