HISTORY
First inhabitants on island Mljet were Ilirs from Peljesac. Many forts and graves testify that. Mljet was first time mentioned in 4th century B.C. Inhabitants of Mljet are known for being great seafarers.
In 7th century Croats inhabitated island Mljet. In 1410. island Mljet was under domination of Dubrovnik Republic until 1808. in time of Napoleon. In 1815. it was under domination of the Habsbury Monarchy. After World War II it is part of Croatia which is today independent Republic.
TOURISM
Island Mljet is popular tourist destination because of rich vegetation, many natural beauties and historical monuments. National Park Mljet is also very often tourist attraction.
Island Mljet garanties a lot of fun and comfortable and relaxing vacation. Right accommodation can help you to make your vacation complete. You can choose between hotels, private apartments and rooms, villas, camps...
For fun you can try some sports or you can enjoy in excursions to near places, islets, National Park Mljet. You can try some specialities in Mljet`s restaurants. Island Mljet is great place for vacation because of its rich offer and beautiful natural attractions.
LOCATION AND CLIMATE
Island Mljet (South Dalmatia, Croatia) is located in Croatian region South Dalmatia. It is situated west from south part of Peljesac. Between Mljet and Peljesac is 8 km wide Mljet Canal. Island Mljet is 37 km long and around 3 km wide, with area of 100 km2. Island Mljet is eight largest Croatian island.
Island Mljet is also called Green Island because of rich vegetation. It has: pine woods, oak woods, macchia, flax, clovers, algae... Animals on island Mljet: snakes, birds, hedgehogs, bats, martens, deers... There are no toxic snakes on island Mljet thanks to the Indian mungos.
Popular tourist destinations on island Mljet are: Pomena, Govedari, Polace, Blato, Babino Polje, Prozura, Saplunara...
Babino Polje is the largest place on island Mljet, located in central part of island Mljet. It has many cultural and historical monuments and natural beauties to visit. Babino Polje has around 400 inhabitants.
Prozura is settlement located 3 km east from port Sobra. Inhabitants are mostly directed to agriculture and livestock farming.
CULTURE AND ATTRACTIONS
Attractions on island Mljet:
- Benedictine monastery from 12th century on islet St. Mary,
- Parish Church of St. Vlaho in Babino Polje,
- Parish Church of St. Nicholas from 20th century in Govedari,
- Port in Polace,
- Palace Villa Rustika in Polace...
