Tribunj is an old Dalmatian town. Tribunj is special for its oldest fishing fleet in middle
Dalmatia, and special for its clean sea (according to official records, the sea in Tribunj is most probably cleanest on the Adriatic).
Clean sea and the rich sea flora and fauna make Tribunj an ideal place for swimming and underwater safari.
At your disposal you can find several beaches and bays, the most beautiful being Sovlja. Tribunj also offers various sports and recreational possibilities, such as tennis, boccia, indoor football, yachting and diving schools...
Tribunj holiday accommodation: hotels, apartments, camping.
Make sure you taste sea delicacies: fresh fish, mussels and crabs.
Parts of rich tourist offer are also traditional feasts, Tribunj and Fishermen
Nights, as well as donkey races, which hope to help in preservation of this
autochthon species.
The old part of Tribunj, placed on a small peninsula, was encircled with defense walls, whose ruins can still be seen. The settlement was founded in the 16th century, and proof of its rich and turbulent past are also the church of St. Nicholas from 1452, Jurjevgrad fortress, built in 1650 as a defense from the Turks, and the medieval church of Virgin Mary, east to the town.
Croatia is a very beautiful and unique European country. This horseshoe shaped country is nestled in between Hungary, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. Its coastline extends all the way along the Adriatic Sea opposite Italy. Croatia is known for its clear-blue sea and beautiful beaches as well as its history and culture. This lovely country offers a vacation spot for everyone be it its coastline or islands.
North Dalmatia
Northern Dalmatia stretches from the island of Pag in the north all the way to the city of Primosten in the south. Its coastline has a backdrop of the mountain mass of Velebit and carries on to the flatlands of Bukovice and Ravni Kotar. Northern Dalmatia has been populated for a very long time and this is proven by many antique villages, historical roman monuments as well Most of Croatia's more developed islands are located in Northern Dalmatia and are divided into two groups: the group of islands which belong to the Zadar region and the other group to the Sibenik region. These regions have around 500 islands and islets all together. The better known islands of Northern Dalmatia are island of Pag, island of Ugljan, Silba, island of Vir, island of Murter, Pasman, island of Krapanj, Iz, Zlarin, Molat, the group of islands which make up the National Park of Kornati and the Park of Nature Telascica on Dugi Otok (Long Island). On many of these islands guests will have the chance to see the stone ruins of many historical cities as well as beautiful vineyards and olive trees.
Along with its many beautiful islands and islets, Northern Dalmatia also has three national parks which are the National Park Kornati, National Park Krka and National Park Paklenica.
The National Park Kornati is made up of 140 islands, islets, and reefs. It spreads out over 320m2 and in the year 1980 it was declared a national park because of its unique shape and beauty. Its many coves and clear sea make it a perfect place to enjoy nautical adventures.
The National park Krke is spread over 142m2 containing the river Krka which is a real phenomenon for on its way to the open sea; its path is host to many lakes, falls and rapids. On the island Visovac which lies on the lake of Krka, in between two beautiful waterfalls – Rosk and Skradin falls – sits a Franciscan monastery.
The National Park Paklenica, with its backdrop of Stari Grad (the Old City), comprises of two canyons, Large and Little Paklenica. The canyons stretch up to 400m high.
Northern Dalmatia also encompasses two nature parks which are very special because of their beauty and uniqueness.
Tribunj
Tribunj is a small fishing town just 3km west of Vodice and it lies on a small peninsula. It was once an island and then, later on, was connected to the mainland by way of a stone bridge.
Tribunj is full of historical and cultural heritage. Visit the church of St. Nicolas which was built in the year 1452 as well as the preserved ruins of the town's defensive walls and, up on the hill, the fortress of Jurjevgrad which was built in the year 1650. The Old part of town was built on the island and it is made up of old stone houses and narrow streets which are the characteristics of most Dalmatian cities. The new part of Tribunj stretches along the inlet of Rupa. Here guests can find accommodation such as apartments and rooms in private homes.
Being so rich in fauna and flora, underwater safaris and photography are quite popular in Tribunj. Other than diving, guests can enjoy activities such as learning to sail or playing a game of tennis.
As said earlier, Tribunj is a small fishing town. A tradition exists upon the fishermen’s return from the sea. The town square becomes an outdoor fish-market where people gather and visitors can enjoy the atmosphere.
After a long day of activities it is time to enjoy some wonderful seafood. Guests can choose from a variety of seashells, crab, and fish dishes as well as fish stew with polenta which is a fine delicacy.
The small fishing town of Tribunj has everything necessary to make your holiday fun and enjoyable. [...]
