Areas to Visit in Croatia - Viganj, Kuciste & Loviste (Peljesac Peninsula)

The picturesque village of Viganj is situated on the road to Loviste, 8 km from the town of Orebic and is well known for its rich maritime traditions and more famously known as being the windsurfing capital of Croatia.

Viganj is lined with impressive sea captians houses and the village has transformed itself into a wonderful orchard and botanical garden. There are a good selection of waterfront reastaurants and bars and the village also boasts a long white pebbly beach which makes it an ideal location for family holidays.

The "maestral" breeze that runs through the Korcula and Peljesac channel in the summer months is unique. The daily breeze creates the perfect conditions for windsurfers and kitesurfers. Each year, the National Championships are held in Vaganj every year in the last two weeks of July. Viganj was host to the World Championship in windsurfing in 1989 and to the European Championship in 1990.

Scuba diving is also very popular in Viganj and highlights include a U-boat in the local waters and various flora and fauna. Dive centres are located nearby and equipment can be hired locally.

Not far from Viganj, (about 10 mins by bus) is the "Cave Nakovana" recently discovered in the year 1999. The Illyrian shrine has been traced back to the Hellenistic period (4th to 1st century B.C.). The only "sealed"cave site in Croatia became a World sensation in archaeological circles.

Also located near to Viganj is the mountain excursion point for Mt. Illija (961m) which is ideal for hiking, extreme cycling and paragliding.

Kuciste (Peljesac Peninsula)

The quaint village of Kuciste is situated on the Road to Loviste, 6 km from the town of Orebic. Also rich in maritime traditions, this beautiful village reveals the harmony of sacred medieval architecture. The village is lined by many sea captains houses, stairways and terraced gardens full of luxuriant foliage and exotic trees.

The small chapel of the Holy Trinity (1752), contains an impressive facade showing a strong Venetian influence and surpasses many other examples. It is claimed to be the most luxurious 18th century Baroque mausoleum in Dalmatia.

Kuciste and its pretty harbour is dotted with local fishing boats and unusual pillar-box boat sheleters called "Vlake"

Loviste (Peljesac Peninsula)

Loviste is a delightful fishing village, situated approximately 15 km from Orebic on the North West tip of the Peljesac Peninsula. With a population of around 250 people, the village is well known for its fishing and large processing plant for drying figs, almonds and locusts.

Loviste boasts a large pebbly beach and numerous unspoilt small coves. Visitors will especially enjoy bathing in the cove of Mirca complete with white sandy beach.

Along the pretty harbour, there are fleets of local fishing boats. The local people take pride in their freshly caught fish and seafood. It is recommended that tourists visit one of excellent fish restaurants along the seafront, where one can appreciate the wonderful cuisine and admire the unique location which is known for its amazing sunsets.

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