On the south side of the island, just a stone’s throw away from the unique shapes and sculptures of Kornati National Park, you will find another masterpiece shaped by nature, Telašćica Nature Park.
Here, waves crash relentlessly against the cliffs, or stene as the locals call them, that rise above the water to a breathtaking height of 160 metres. Conversely, the sheltered Telašćica Bay and Mir salt lake are so quiet and peaceful that they could put fairies to sleep.
The north side of the island is home to Mediterranean Zen and the turquoise idyll of the famous Sakarun beach, as well as Veli Rat, the tallest lighthouse in the Adriatic Sea and a real Mecca for anyone who loves taking romantic photographs and enjoying an active holiday.
Dugi Otok is very proud of its long tradition and folk customs, and you can be a part of the various festivities in one of the 12 little villages on the island. The most famous of these festivities is known as Saljske užance (lit. “Customs of Sali”), with Tovareća mužika and Trka tovarov (lit. “Donkey Music” and “Donkey Race”) setting the tone.
