Elaphiti Islands, Croatia

Elaphiti Islands are an archipelago of 13 green diamonds shining in the blue waters of the Adriatic. The Elaphiti Islands are famous for their dry and warm climate and long summers and very short winters. The Elaphiti Islands include Sipan, Lopud, Kolocep, Daksa, Ruda, Misnjak, Jakljan, Kosmec, Golec, Crkvina, Tajan, Olipa and Sveti Andrija, where one is filled with pleasure while lying with a cocktail in hand under the shade of palm trees.
The Elaphiti Islands owe their name from the Greek writer Pliny the Elder, who first mentioned the island and associated their name with the Greek word for deer - elaphos. The Elaphiti Islands are famous for their pristine beaches, small villages and several architectural landmarks. They are an idyllic and quiet place for swimming, sunbathing, walking and relaxing.
Unfortunately, only three of the Elaphiti Islands are inhabited. Kolocep is a favorite place for swimming, Lopud is the most popular and Sipan is the largest and is famous for its wines. The landmarks of these three islands include the late Gothic rector's palace and the remains of the Church of St. Peter in Sipan, the Church of the Holy Trinity and the monasteries of Lopud, and last but not least the remains of old basilicas and summer villas in Kolocep. In addition, the latter is very proud of the witch's cave and his blue cave. In the 15th century, Sipan became a favorite vacation spot of the local aristocracy. That is why today the remains of magnificent palaces scattered in the forests along the sea bays can be found on it.