Starigrad-Paklenica is the center of the Paklenica Riviera, which originated on the foundations of the ancient city of Argyruntum. Today it is a lively tourist town with just over a thousand inhabitants who replaced their traditional way of life on the slopes of Velebit half a century ago with life by the sea.

Due to the proximity and accessibility of the mountain, especially the attractive canyon Velika Paklenica, Starigrad is not only a pleasant summer resort, but also a traditional gathering place for mountaineers and climbers, adventurers and scientists and all nature lovers who come to enjoy the beauty of Paklenica and Velebit.