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A bit of History...

Sheltered by the mountain Kozjak in the North, while surrounded by the islands of Dalmatia in the South, Kastela has long served as a natural refuge for man since prehistoric times.

The mild climate and fertility of its Mediterranean climate landscape, all served to attract the Croats who first settled in the 7th century.

They started building their villages on the slopes of the mountain; but during the period of Turkish invasions some 500 years ago, the people of Kastela managed to flee towards the coast and build fortifications.

Small stone villages developed around these fortified castles, and their unique architecture is characteristic of the modern day Kastela.

There are 7 villages lined up from the West to the East in the following order: Kastel Stafilic, Kastel Novi, Kastel Stari, Kastel Luksic, Kastel Kambelovac, Kastel Gomilica, and Kastel Sucurac.

Kastel Stafilic Home to the great olive tree, more than 1500 years old, and a protected natural monument. Kastel Novi Visit the biblical garden round the church of the Madonna of Stomorija. Kastel Stari See the oldest castle of Kastela, the Cipico castle built in 1474 , and the church of St John. Kastel Luksic Visit the small church of St John and the Vitturi and Rusinac castle, where eternal Kastelan lovers Miljenko and Dobrila once lived. Kastel Kambelovac Has the only round tower: the Cambi Tower. Kastel Gomilica Has the only castle, Kastilac, built in the sea with a bridge connecting it to the mainland. Kastel Sucurac Has the oldest defence tower built in 1392: the Cannon Tower. The Marina Kastela Boats can be harboured and chartered at Marina Kastela. The Kastela Riviera Aerial panorama. The Kastela Riviera A gem on the Adriatic coast. (BACK TO TOP)

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Sightseeing obviously, is one of the main activities of the Kastela region, so rich in History. The cities of Split, Trogir and Solin are nearby and you will enjoy walking in their centuries' old streets, watch the boats and yachts sail by, or shop in marvellous little boutiques and markets...

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Kastela has been welcoming foreign visitors for over 150 years, and with its pebble beaches, palm trees and clear waters, you will be able to enjoy many relaxing days by the sea side, sunbathing, swimming, diving, sailing and much much more...

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You will also find table-tennis and tennis courts, bowling alley, fitness and beauty treatment centres, and various other recreational facilities within proximity.

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