For its uniqueness, variety of land and sea fruits, from the ancient times, the Island of Krk bears the name of Insula Aurea – the Golden Island.
Situated in the beautiful Kvarner Bay, with a total surface of 410 km2, the Island of Krk is the largest Croatian island. In spite of being the northernmost Mediterranean island, Krkenjoys a temperate mildMediterranean climate (the island of Krk is crossed by the 45th parallel). With more than 217 sunny days a year, Krk is one of the sunniest parts of Europe. The average summer temperature is 22.8 ˚ C, and the sea temperature around 23-25 ˚ C.
Uniqueness of the island comes from its indented coast with numerous bays, coves, pebbly and sandy beaches surrounded by twenty islands, islets and reefs on one hand, and its central and western parts covered with gorgeous forests, fruitful fields, vineyards and olive groves on the other.
The traces of island’s rich historical and cultural heritageare visible from the first data about the settlement of the Illyrian tribes Japods, Liburnians, then over the Greeks, Romansfrom the beginning of the new era, till the beginning of the 6th century when Croats inhabited the island. This is where the epithet “Cradle of Croatian culture” derives from.
The modern development of the island is based on the successful cultivation of traditional values, relying on the natural diversity and richness of the land and sea, all in accordance with modern needs and features. Excellent transport connections with the mainland (bridge), the airport on the island (Omisalj) and with only 30 kilometers distant city of Rijeka, the regional transit (harbor, railway), business, commercial, university and cultural center of the Kvarner Bay,certainly contribute to the islands popularity and significance.
Thanks to this, the inhabitants of the island of Krklive very long, making the island the most populated Croatian island, with a total of 68 settlements. The total population is the island is 17 680 inhabitants, which is not much considering the size of the island, and is another confirmation of well-being of life on the "Golden Island".
To come and to stay on the island of Krk, means to enjoy all the exceptional benefits it offers:
- Picturesque natural scenery, unspoiled nature with many walking, biking, hiking trails ...
- A wealth of historical and cultural heritage
- Clear water, numerousbeaches and bays, harbors, marinas ...
- Rich underwater
- Traditional customs
- Traditional native and contemporary cuisine
- Variety of tourist attractions and events
Whether you want an active or passive vacation, the island of Krk will satisfy your every desire and need. Come, see and discover all this and much more ...
