Mljet
 The Island of Mljet is situated couple of hours boat sail toward the east from Island Korcula in the direction of Elafiti islands Sipan, Lopud and Kolocep and further to Dubrovnik. It is a green and tranquil island of the Adriatic Coast for which a lot of people who visited it find it very seductive.
Over two thirds of the island is covered by dark green forest of pine wood and other Mediterranean vegetation. The rest of Mljet is dotted by fields, vineyards and small villages. This is an island of forests and saltwater lakes, with one third of the island protected by national-park status. Mljet is almost an untouched island where one can enjoy its sights, smells and sounds of untouched nature
The most attractive area of Mljet is it's western part which is protected national park where two saltwater lakes Veliko and Malo Jezero are located. In the middle of bigger lake (Veliko Jezero) is a tiny island called Melita Island with a 12th-century Benedictine monastery. This area of National Park is perfect for walking, swimming and cycling and enjoying simple tranquility. Mljet National Park occupies the island's western third and includes gentle coves and a pair of saltwater lakes.
Hotels on Mljet Island:
- Atlas Hotel Odisej ★★★☆☆
 "Hotel Odisej is located in picturesque harbor Pomena in the heart of the National Park on Mljet island, near Dubrovnik. This destination is ideal for nature lovers and recreation enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy clean blue sea and excellent food." Prices from €64 - Number of rooms: 157 - Check Atlas Hotel Odisej, Mljet availability
There are a lot of legend connected with Mljet - one of them saying Mljet was holiday destination of greek hero Ulysses (!)
Most people visit this tranquil island on day trips or excursions from either Korcula or Dubrovnik. For camping enthusiasts check Camping on Mljet island
Latest news from Mljet:
Stara Skula – New Art Gallery on Mljet
An art gallery ‘Stara Skula’ has opened in Govedari, on Mljet Island in August this year.
This brand new and the only exhibition space on Mljet is housed in old school building that was later used as post office. The building is currently owned by
Ferries to Mljet cancelled due to bad weather
According to Croatian newspapers, today is second day in the row that ferries to Mljet are not sailing due to bad weather in the Adriatic, particulary in Dubrovnik region.
For time beeing , Sobra to Prapratno ferry line as well as
National Park Mljet will get environmentally friendly hybrid ferry
According to Croatian media, National Park Mljet will get new environmentally friendly vessel, a hybrid ferry. WOW!
The new ferry will have capacity of 70 passangers and will be used to transport people to small island Sveta Marija in Veliko Jezero
Timetable Update: Ferry Catamaran Dubrovnik – Sipan – Mljet – Korcula – Lastovo
Timetable for Ferry Catamaran Dubrovnik – Sipan – Mljet – Korcula – Lastovo is updated and ready for use for 2008 summer season.
The ferry schedule is similar to last year, with just a slight changes regarding Sunday’s sailing, so people
Croatian National Park Mljet recommended by Guardian readers
In today’s eddition of The Guardian UK, in its Travel supplement, among other world national parks National Park Mljet is the only National Park of Croatia that is also featuread.
The article titled “National parks” includes listing and short introduction of
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