Korcula Island

Just a little over 2km / 1mi from the tip of the Peljesac Peninsula is the beautiful Island of Korcula. Korcula is one of the largest islands in the Adriatic. Covered in forest and dominated by the mountains that form the backbone of the island, Korcula is a very popular tourist destination. The main town is Korcula and lies just across the channel from the town of Orebic, on the Peljesac Peninsula. The two towns are connected by regular ferry service.

Evidence shows the island was inhabited during Neolithic times, perhaps as early as 6500 BC. Much later the Romans inhabited Korcula, and called the island Korkyra Melaina, or Black Corfu, because of the pine forests. Although it is the subject of much debate, it is also believed