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Ciovo (pronounced Chyoh-voh)
island is now the southern suburb of Trogir,
connected to Trogir by a bridge. Only 29 sq km, in the 15th century
Ciovo was a sanctuary for Trogir residents menaced by Turkish attacks.
The few sights to see in Ciovo date from the 15th century. Near the
village of Arbanija, 4km east of Trogir is a Dominican
monastery and Church of the Holy Cross with
a charming cloister refectory, and with a Gothic ccrucifix and choir
stalls in the church. Other villages also have interesting little
churches.
Most people come to Ciovo for the beaches and landscape of vineyards,
olive and almond plantations. The northern side of
the island has pine and cypress forests while the southern side is
steep and barren. Beaches are also on the northern
side as well as the small beaches of Slatine and the Supetar Cove
on the eastern side and some small sand and pebble beaches in the
west. The east side has an uninspiring view of the industrial sector
of Split. The west side is sunnier and more attractive. Most lodging
is on the west side of Ciovo.
Accommodation on Ciovo Island
There are no large hotels on Ciovo Island but there
are some enchanting guesthouses. My favourite is
the Villa
Pape, a house on Ciovo near the beach with apartments
and rooms; very familial (read about my
stay at the Villa Pape)
Private Accommodation, rooms
and apartments on Ciovo Island
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Trogir Guide
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