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The traditional Christmas Fair in Blato will take place on Saturday, December 7, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the Blato Town Park. Enjoy authentic island cuisine, handcrafted items, and traditional holiday products in a festive atmosphere. Taste traditional dishes, desserts, and top-quality wines prepared by local associations, wineries, and family farms (OPGs). Exhibitors include artists, kindergartens, student cooperatives, …
LUMBLIJA – IT’S WILL AND LOVE Lumblija, a traditional yeast cake, tells a story of love, memory, and connection to one’s homeland. Its unique aroma is created through carefully selected ingredients like almonds, walnuts, oranges, lemons, and varenik – grape must syrup, which requires a long preparation process to produce Lumblija’s distinctive flavor. Known as the “cake of remembrance,” Lumblija …
Enjoy the positive energy of the humanitarian 5 km Korčula Run race that starts in Korčula town, one of the best-preserved medieval island towns in the Mediterranean! The attractive route includes scenic views and follows the trail through the Forest Hober. Korčula Island is an ideal year-round holiday destination.
Vela setemana is a traditional religious event in Korčula during Holy Week before Easter. The processions on Holy Thursday and Good Friday, led by brotherhoods, are especially important. The “Za križen” procession on Good Friday, with the cross and figures of Jesus and Mary, creates a unique experience of religious devotion.
Martinovo lito 2024 presents Klapa Armorin, Klapa Bošket, Klapa KUD Ivo Lozica, Klapa Moreška, Klapa Pinguentum, Klapa Pulena, and Klapa Sfida. Most of the island’s songs are about fishermen, seamen, and their sweethearts. Some of them are joyful and delightful, while others are melancholic, longing for the return of their loved ones.
The Feast of St. Theodore is a significant religious and cultural event. It features a solemn Mass at St. Mark’s Cathedral, followed by a procession through the town with church choirs and clergy. St. Theodore, the island’s patron saint, has been venerated since medieval times, and the celebration includes music, exhibitions, and other cultural activities.
Announcement for Marco Polo Gala Concert The Marco Polo Gala Concert will celebrate Marco Polo, the renowned traveler and explorer. Music Program: Lidija Horvat Dunjko, soprano Roko Radovan, tenor Mario Čopor, piano Conductor: Josip degl’Ivellio
We are excited to announce the eno-gastro event “Flavors and Scents of the Homeland – Blato Wine and Dine,” taking place this Wednesday, August 21st. Join us to enjoy the distinctive flavors of Blato, the island of Korčula, and the Pelješac Peninsula, along with tastings of protected products like Slavonian kulen, Lumblija, Blato cake, and Kumpanjol, all accompanied by Slavonian …
A klapa concert will be held in Pupnat, behind the Church of Our Lady of the Snow, offering an evening of traditional Dalmatian music in a charming setting. Visitors can look forward to an authentic cultural experience surrounded by the timeless beauty of the location.
Makarunada is a traditional culinary festival in Žrnovo, on the island of Korčula, celebrating the local dish “makaruni,” a type of handmade pasta. The event features pasta-making demonstrations, cooking competitions, and tastings of various makaruni dishes. It highlights the region’s culinary heritage and includes cultural performances, fostering community spirit.
The Folklore Evening will feature performances by local folklore groups, presenting traditional dances such as the Moštra, a single-sword dance unique to the area. These performances are a celebration of the region’s rich cultural history and provide a fantastic opportunity for both locals and tourists to immerse themselves in the local traditions. Photo by Domagoj Miletić
Good company, delicious food, fine wines, authentic souvenirs, and light musical background await you this Wednesday from 8:30 PM in Blato at the first “Flavors and Scents of the Homeland – Blato Wine & Dine” event of the summer, in the unique setting of the City Park in Blato. You can expect traditional and handmade products, traditional dishes, indigenous and …
Doris Dragović is a popular Croatian singer. Doris began her music career in the 1980s and quickly gained popularity due to her powerful voice and charismatic performances. She is known for numerous. She represented Yugoslavia in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1986 with the song “Željo moja,” where she achieved a high ranking. She participated again in the Eurovision Song …
Lumblija is a sweet bread from Korčula island. Lumblija Days is held with an exhibition and competition for the making and tasting of the best Lumblija.
We are happy to announce another Blato Wine & Walk programme that shall take place from September 25 until September 28 and shall include wine tasting at some of the most prestigious #korculaisland wineries. You will also have a chance to learn how to make a traditional pasta in a slightly different manner as well as taste Lumblija, the traditional …
