The Lastovo Island Croatia archipelago is a true paradise oasis of the Mediterranean with 46 islands, cliffs, and reefs. The place that the Greek god Zeus considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world today offers visitors an unforgettable experience.
The island, surrounded by a clear blue sea and unspoiled beauty, was proclaimed in 2006 and is the youngest nature park in Croatia. With a whopping 70% covered by trees, Lastovo is the second most “woody” Croatian island.
The history of this small island is full of foreign invaders and ruling classes. The first inhabitants were the Illyrians, who the Greeks and the Roman Empire later conquered. After the arrival of the Croats, who brought them under the Kingdom of Croatia, it was occasionally under the rule of the Venetian Republic. From the 13th century onwards, it remained within the system of the Republic of Dubrovnik.
The views from Lastovo are endless, with crystal blue waters and picturesque island settings. The highest peak, Hum, on this beautiful point, is 417 meters above sea level- it provides spectacular panoramic vistas that take your breath away!
The nature park Lastovo
The nature park Lastovo is named after the southernmost inhabited island of Lastovo, which is surrounded by hills and has a calm and picturesque environment on each of its lookout points overlooking the endless fields, as well as a clear view of the place. The Mediterranean feeling is always present in Lastovo.
The Town Lastovo
The Town Lastovo has retained its medieval core, which frames the church in narrow winding streets with stone steps and family houses from the 15th and 16th centuries that adorn terraces with richly decorated “fumars” (chimneys). Whether walking or cycling, everyone will enjoy this environment.
Ubli is a small but impressive village on the island’s southwest side. The only basilica in this area, the church of St. Petra, was built in the 6th century and contains many objects that date back to its construction – including one of the most famous Croatian early Christian reliefs depicting a cross and two lambs.
The island of Lastovo is where you can find serenity in nature. For example, Skrivena Luka sits in the south, providing visitors with a memorable experience.
The stunning bay is one of the most beautiful and largest on this island, hidden from the view of the open sea. However, at Cape Struga, at the bay entrance, there is a lighthouse of the same name built in 1839 with a beautiful view that covers miles of open sea around you.
The beauty lies not only on the mainland but also below it – the Lastovo archipelago in Croatia is a mecca for divers and underwater enthusiasts. The beautiful underwater world has a variety of corals, reefs with various species of fish, and a monumental heritage from ancient times.
