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Silba Essentials

Silba is a car-free Adriatic island characterized by its maritime heritage and 19th-century architecture. This selection covers the island’s most significant landmarks, including the hexagonal Toreta tower and the open-air sculpture gallery of Marija Ujević Galetović. On the shoreline, ancient Roman sarcophagi remain visible near the old dock, while the village paths lead to historic captain’s houses and Baroque churches like Our Lady of Mount Carmel. These sites document Silba’s history as a hub for sailors and shipowners during the golden age of sail.

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A

Toreta

A 19th-century hexagonal tower featuring an external spiral staircase. Built by Captain Petar Marinić, it served as a lookout point for returning ships.
B

Galerija Marije Ujević Galetović

An open-air gallery showcasing bronze sculptures by the renowned Croatian academic sculptor Marija Ujević Galetović.
C

Remains of a dock with stone sarcophagi

Submerged and shoreline archaeological remains of a late antiquity dock featuring several 5th and 6th-century stone sarcophagi.
D

Kapetanska kuća Marinić

A well-preserved example of a 19th-century captain's residence, illustrating the island's historical maritime wealth and traditional stone architecture.
E

crkva Gospe od Karmela

A 17th-century Baroque church dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, featuring a classic Dalmatian facade.
F

Kampanel

The prominent stone bell tower located in the village center, serving as a landmark for the parish church.
G

Žalić

The island's primary western port and pebble beach, acting as the main arrival point for ferries and catamarans.
H

crkva svetog Ivana Krstitelja

A 16th-century church dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, representing the island's early modern religious architecture.
I

Kaštel

Ruins of a historical fortification or manor house used for defense and administration during the island's earlier centuries.
Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
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Riverside Hotel

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