Islands
Lastovo island
Island of Lastovo belongs to the group of the southern islands. It is approximately 10 km along, 5,8 km wide and with the total size of 56,2 m2. Lastovo is surrounded by 46 islets in its archipelago which can be visited by boats. It was mentioned in the scriptures already in sixth century AD and it owes its name to the Romans who called it Augustan island or the island of Caesar. Over centuries, the name was transcribed differently so it was Augusta, Lagusta or Lagosta, but with the arrival of Slavs it obtains a suffix -ovo and it becomes - Lastovo.
The archaeological discoveries in the cave named Račja špilja confirm the presence of men on the island already in the Age of the stone, approximately 8500 years BC.
Island of Lastovo was proclaimed the Park of the nature on 29. September 2006. The Romans used to call it the island of Caesar since there were numerous fields, forests, archipelago, hidden bays and a large variety of fish. Island of Lastovo is very attractive to navigators and divers. It is an ideal location for lovers of nature, long walks, trekking, and cycling. The vacation to Lastovo is an excellent choice for those who prefer peaceful environment, intact nature and the clean sea.
During the federation of Yugoslavia, the access to the island was prohibited to the foreigners and consequently, tourist activity had begun only in 1990s.
The inhabitants o the fishing, cultivate vine grapes and olive-trees but in summer, they dedicate fully to tourist activities.
Specialty of Lastovo is a lobster which you can order in very restaurant or tavern along the island, but there is also an excellent choice of crustaceans, mussels and fish. In summer, many cultural and musical events take place. Island of Lastovo has two wonderful bays among which Zaklopatica and Skrivena Luka (Hidden bay) are the most beautiful, then Ubli, Pasadur, Lučica and Saint Michael.
Island is well connected to the city of Split and the islands Hvar and Korčula.
