Pag

Picturesque Pag, a well-preserved medieval town located on the island of the same name. Founded in the 15th century and built in accordance with plans by Dalmatian Renaissance architect Juraj Dalmatinac, Pag offers a wealth of historic monuments such as St. Mary's Church in the central square; the old tower, town walls and the Duke’s Palace. Many ecclesiastical relics and paintings are found at the Benedictine Convent, which has also preserved the ancient tradition of baking ‘baskotins’, a dry crispy bread. Salt is still produced at the salt works, which are as old as Pag itself, and agriculture and fishing also play an important economic role. Pag sheep’s cheese and Pag lace are hallmarks of the island. Folklore and carnivals in both winter and summer are a centuries-old tradition, rich in culture as well as extremely entertaining. Well worth a visit.