BASIC INFORMATION AND LOCATION

Čiovo is an island in central Dalmatia. Its area is 28.8 km² and it has about 6,000 inhabitants. It stretches in an east-west direction and closes the Bay of Kaštela. The highest peak of the island is Rudina, 209 m high, and the whole island is quite hilly. On the northernmost part of the area is the southern part of the city of Trogir with the shipyard. The settlements on Čiovo are Arbanija and Slatine in the northeast, Žedno in the interior and Okrug Gornji and Donji in the west. Ciovo is 35 kilometers from Split. To get from the mainland to the island, you need to cross two bridges.

DESTINATIONS

The island is known for its Mediterranean climate, rich vegetation, an archipelago of picturesque islets, bays and beaches. Riviera Okrug is 4 km from the center of Trogir and is the most popular tourist destination in the area of Trogir. Arbanija and Slatine are slightly smaller tourist resorts. They are abundant with pine forests and numerous beautiful bays. There are numerous restaurants and taverns in Okrug that attract gourmets, and fishing festivals and other events are also organized, which makes it an attractive tourist destination.

CULTURE, HISTORY AND SIGHTS

There are traces of life on the island from antiquity. The ancient Romans called it Boa in the 15th and 16th centuries. it is inhabited by the surrounding population fleeing from the Turks. There are several valuable monuments such as the monastery of St. The cross on the northeast coast from the 15th century, the Franciscan monastery of St. Ante, the church of Our Lady of Prizdinica from the 16th century. on the cliffs of the southern side, built in commemoration of the victory over the people of Split, and the village of Žedno with the church of St. Mavra in the field is a gathering place for hermits.

BEACHES

One of the most beautiful beaches is in Okrug Gornji, a 2 km long pebble beach called Okruška Copacabana. Here you can rent a jet ski, parasailing, windsurfing, and there is also a rich gastronomic offer. Kava Beach in Slatine is the largest, and in Mavarštica is the so-called White beach with crystal clear sea. In this part you will find numerous smaller beaches strewn with pebbles.

OTHER CONTENTS

Ciovo is a quiet island suitable for a family vacation. Those looking for fun will have to go to nearby Trogir or a little further away to Split, which offers numerous entertainment and cultural facilities. There are numerous restaurants along the island that offer a variety of Dalmatian specialties.

WHAT TO DO AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXCURSIONS

The best thing about Čiovo is that it is in the immediate vicinity of Trogir and Split, which are ideal destinations for lovers of antiques. There is a ferry from Trogir to Mali and Veli Drvenik, and from Split to the central Dalmatian islands dozens of times a day. Numerous agencies are nearby that offer one-day trips throughout Dalmatia and beyond.

ACCOMMODATION

In addition to numerous private renters, there are several smaller luxury hotels that offer excellent accommodation. There are also several camps on the island with all the accompanying facilities that will satisfy all generations.