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Korčula marks 770 years since the birth and 700 years since the death of the world traveler and merchant Marco Polo, who left an indelible mark in the history of mankind.
Marco Polo started his first journey with his father and uncle as a seventeen-year-old, visited the countries of the Far East and stayed in the service of the great Kublai Khan, the Mongolian emperor, for 17 years. He served the Roman Pope, participated as a galley commander in the defense of the Venetian Korcula in the battle between the fleet of the Venetian Republic and Genoa, on September 7, 1298. After the victory, the Genoese captured him and he was taken to Genoa and thrown into a dungeon, where he recounted the experiences of his travels Rustichelli, who recorded them in French in the book "Livre des merveilles du monde" (The Book of Wanders of Marco Polo). Marco Polo's travel book is one of the most read of all time.
The Marko Polo Interpretation Center (MPIC) was opened in the town of Korčula last year. MPIC is conceived as a unique place where the visitor will learn about the life of Marco Polo, and the historical context and way of thinking that led to the journey, as well as the journey itself - difficulties, obstacles, new knowledge, ways of life in other parts of the world.

Due to to the 700th anniversary of his death and 770th birth in Korčula, free costumed tours in English "Korčula in the time of Marco Polo" were organized, which are very interesting for local and foreign tourists.
The Festival of Light, -Lumiart Korčula - Korčula Light Festival, is also dedicated to Marko Pol. Experience the city of Korčula in a new atmosphere of creative illuminations on the theme of Marco Polo's travels. The city of Korčula joins the cities that organize festivals of light, during which artistic light installations will enliven the center of the city of Korčula in cooperation with Lumiart Dubrovnik - Festival of Lights.
There is also the Marko Polo Gala concert, a music program of established Croatian singers and musicians with an enchanting view of the medieval walls of the town of Korčula, from the terrace of the Marko Polo by Aminess hotel.
You can see the photo exhibition From Mark to Pole - On the Silk Road by Mir Branković in Knežev prolaz Street and in the Church of Our Lady. The exhibition will be open until October 8, 2024.
Korčula bases its offer on cultural and natural heritage.

Click here to watch Live: The Tower of Great Revelin has been guarding the old core of Korčula since the thirteenth century. In addition to the sea gate on the west, it was the only way to get into the old town. Today, the massive stone staircase leads to the passage through the tower itself where local musicians welcome many tourists with their song. Interior of the tower is an exhibition space that tells the past of Korčula's signature sword dance Moreška, while the top of the tower serves as

Stunning wide aspect to Korčula and Pelješac channel. Rotating camera allows you a wide and spectacular panoramic view. On one side you can see the old city center of Korčula, from where you can see the old buildings on one place as well as the beautifully landscaped border between the mainland and the sea. Bindings of the old town can receive larger boats, which is great because you can monitor coming and going of boats every day, as well as the ferry which has regular line from Split. In a d

View of the center of Račišće - a unique small place and also the youngest settlement of the island of Korčula. Račišće has a unique charm that makes it a favorite destination for escape from everyday turbulence, stress and city noise. As you can see, there is a small harbor that is mostly full of boats, as well as coffee bars ideal for morning coffees and restaurants where you can enjoy Korčula's indigenous delicacies. The large palm trees provide a true summer atmosphere, and if you want to

Lumbarda Resort is situated in a small fishing village on the eastern coast of sunny Korčula. The camera gives a view of the apartments themselves, as well as a small port, a part of the village and a small island lying in the middle of the cove. There's a pebble beach right next to the resort, with trees giving shade year round. The medieval town of Korčula is a short 15-minute drive away, while in Lumbarda you can do water sports and local cuisine tasting.