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Mali Losinj is undoubtedly the major attraction of
Losinj Island largely because of its stunning
setting. Luxuriant Cikat bay is to the north of town
while the conelike peak of Umpiljak rises over
Mali Losinj's eye-catching port. The pine woods bordering Cikat
bay are cool and attractive plus there are plenty of places to windsurf,
bicycle or simply stroll along
the seaside promenade. Cikat bay has a long, sandy cove and scuba
diving is also good in the offshore waters.
The clear, blue sea and pine-scented
air create an aura of healthy living which is what
put Mali Losinj on the tourist map along with its sister town, Veli
Losinj. The flourishing shipbuilding industry of the 18th and
19th centuries was gradually replaced by tourism as Austrians and
Hungarians flocked to Cikat bay for a sea & sun cure in the 19th
centuries. They left a number of ornate villas in
their wake, some of which are now hotels.
The visitors also began a reforestation project to replenish and enlarge
the pine forest on the Cikat peninsula. The project has been a major
success as the cyclists, runners and walkers enjoying the shade of
myriad Aleppo pines can attest.
No one comes to Mali Losinj for
the cultural activities but there is a little more than just beautiful,
relaxing scenery. Take a look at the graveyard around
St Martin's Church with tombstones that provide a short history of
the island. Particularly touching are the graves of children whose
respiratory problems were not cured by Mali Losinj's breezes. There
are also a few interesting art collections and fine
works of art in the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin.
Tourist Information in Mali Losinj
The Mali
Losinj tourist office (tel 051-231 884) is right on the harbour
at Kapetana 29 and has some information on Veli Losinj and Cres
Island.
Related Pages
Losinj Island
Veli Losinj
Accommodation
on Losinj Island
Cres Island
Gulf of Kvarner
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