Guidebook for Korcula
Arts & Culture
is located in the Gabrielis Palace, which is an outstanding example of 15th and 16th c. residential architecture in the centre of the old town.
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Korcula Town Museum
2 Trg Svetog Markais located in the Gabrielis Palace, which is an outstanding example of 15th and 16th c. residential architecture in the centre of the old town.
The family house of the traveller Marko Polo with several inscriptions and exhibits.
It is believed that the greatest traveller and explorer of all time, Marko Polo, was born in Korčula in 1254.
07.09.1298 - the great naval battle between the Genoese and the Venetian fleets takes place in front of the town of Korčula; the Venetian fleet is defeated, and the Genoese have, among their prisoners, the great Marko Polo, who is freed on payment of a large ransom in 1299.
In a Genoese prison, Marko Polo dictated his experiences about his journey to China to Rustichelli. These journeys are described in a book “Il Milione”. Marko Polo died in Venice in 1324.
The family house of the Polos in Venice was replaced by a theatre, whereas Korčula has preserved his family house in memory of the great Marko. Today the Depolo family remains the oldest Korčulan families.
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Marco Polo House
3 Ulica DepoloThe family house of the traveller Marko Polo with several inscriptions and exhibits.
It is believed that the greatest traveller and explorer of all time, Marko Polo, was born in Korčula in 1254.
07.09.1298 - the great naval battle between the Genoese and the Venetian fleets takes place in front of the town of Korčula; the Venetian fleet is defeated, and the Genoese have, among their prisoners, the great Marko Polo, who is freed on payment of a large ransom in 1299.
In a Genoese prison, Marko Polo dictated his experiences about his journey to China to Rustichelli. These journeys are described in a book “Il Milione”. Marko Polo died in Venice in 1324.
The family house of the Polos in Venice was replaced by a theatre, whereas Korčula has preserved his family house in memory of the great Marko. Today the Depolo family remains the oldest Korčulan families.
Performed only by males from Korčula town families, the mock battle dance with each soldier holding two swords is traditionally performed on July 29 (St. Theodore's Day) and weekly during the summer.Documentation shows that the Moreška sword dance has been performed in Korčula since at least the 17th century, but the dance may be older, since double swords were known sword technique in the 16th century.
Dramatic dialogue sets the context for the Red and Black armies to battle for return of Bula, who was abducted by the Moro (Arab) King. Clashing and sparking swords in seven battles end with the bula being freed from her chains and returned to her beloved Osman (Turkish) King.
Historically, the accompaniment for Moreška was based on the musical fashion of its time, since the city of Korčula was in accord with European cultural trends. Today a brass band plays a 20th century arrangement composed by Krsto Odak.
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Moreška
13 Ul. Plokata 19. travnja 1921.Performed only by males from Korčula town families, the mock battle dance with each soldier holding two swords is traditionally performed on July 29 (St. Theodore's Day) and weekly during the summer.Documentation shows that the Moreška sword dance has been performed in Korčula since at least the 17th century, but the dance may be older, since double swords were known sword technique in the 16th century.
Dramatic dialogue sets the context for the Red and Black armies to battle for return of Bula, who was abducted by the Moro (Arab) King. Clashing and sparking swords in seven battles end with the bula being freed from her chains and returned to her beloved Osman (Turkish) King.
Historically, the accompaniment for Moreška was based on the musical fashion of its time, since the city of Korčula was in accord with European cultural trends. Today a brass band plays a 20th century arrangement composed by Krsto Odak.
Food Scene
Pizzeria LEUT Korčula
33 Ul. Hrvatske Bratske Zajednicelittle friendly place, ideal for morning coffee and breakfast.
The best of Dalmatian cooking, made with fresh, local ingredients... and love!... Just like granddad likes it!
Konoba Nonno
Šetalište Petra KanavelićaThe best of Dalmatian cooking, made with fresh, local ingredients... and love!... Just like granddad likes it!
Drinks & Nightlife
The best view of the old town. The best home made ice tea. the best cocktails.
Maksimilijan Garden Lounge & Beach Bar
39 Put Svetog NikoleThe best view of the old town. The best home made ice tea. the best cocktails.
Sightseeing
is the most attractive Gothic and Renaissance building in the old town of Korčula.
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Cathedral of Saint Mark
is the most attractive Gothic and Renaissance building in the old town of Korčula.
is half an hour's walk from the centre of Korčula, towards Lumbarda. As well as of religious interest, it is also a protected area of natural beauty. There are 102 steps to the top, bordered by a cypress alley planted in 1708. The summit is crowned by a small 14th c. church dedicated to St. Anthony the Abbot.
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Saint Anthony
is half an hour's walk from the centre of Korčula, towards Lumbarda. As well as of religious interest, it is also a protected area of natural beauty. There are 102 steps to the top, bordered by a cypress alley planted in 1708. The summit is crowned by a small 14th c. church dedicated to St. Anthony the Abbot.
Parks & Nature
Badija is the small island located between island of Korčula and Pelješac peninsula.
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Badija
Badija is the small island located between island of Korčula and Pelješac peninsula.
( 50 m high ), with the village of the same name, is the site of the oldest and most famous Korčula quarry.
Only a few families today live in this picturesque village, and they let rooms and apartments to the guests.
Taxi boats from Korčula town sail to the island only in high tourist season.
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Otok Vrnik
( 50 m high ), with the village of the same name, is the site of the oldest and most famous Korčula quarry.
Only a few families today live in this picturesque village, and they let rooms and apartments to the guests.
Taxi boats from Korčula town sail to the island only in high tourist season.
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