| The
island of Ugljan (52 km2 and
75 km of irregular coastline) lies just opposite to Zadar, divided
only by several nautical miles of the Zadar Channel. It is covered
by evergreen pine forests, macchia, fig trees,vineyards and olive
groves. It has been tied to the sea, sailing and fishing for years,while
its 2,000 years of experience in olive growing has left hundreds
of thousands of olive trees. Oils of exceptional quality and fine
aromas are produced from these olives. The entire northeastern side
of the island contains a series of natural coves in which fishing
and tourist settlements are nestled, among
which the best known are Kukljica, Kali, Preko and Ugljan.
The other side of the island is generally uninhabited, as the coastal
terrain is marked by jagged cliffs. However, its corresponding inlets,
islets and rich undersea life make it a true challenger for divers
and sport fishermen. |
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The
island of Pasman
( 63 km2, 65 km of irregular coast ), belongs to the Zadar island
group. It is connected to the island of Ugljan by a bridge over
the Zdrelac straits, while ferryboat lines connect it to Zadar and
Biograd. The Pasman Channel lies between the island and the mainland.
At places it is only 2 km wide, and it is dotted with dozens of
tiny islands, which make this an ideal region for all types of water
sports, sailing and diving. The sea currents in this area change
direction every 6 hours,thus making the waters here among the cleanest
in the entire Adriatic. The island's well-preserved landscape contains
many species of medicinal and aromatic herbs, vineyards, fields
and olive groves, as well as numerous sand and gravel beaches, making
it a true choice for those who want to take a break from the hustle
and bustle of life in more populated areas. |
