Ston

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Ston is an ideal destination for seekers of a peaceful vacations, clean sea and great mediterranean cuisine are waiting for you at Adriatic coast. Plan your summer vacation in Ston, Croatia with Travel Adriatic.net portal. We are the ones who provide cheap Ston accommodation. When we go 54 km from Dubrovnik on Peljesac Peninsula heading north-west, we find the small fortified town of Ston. The town is circled by medieval walls, making it a well known place among history lovers. Still, there are not too many visitors coming to this town yet, making Ston (and Mali Ston that is another small town near by), a great place for those who want to get away from regular tourist routes in southern Dalmatia. From July to August each year, salt harvesting takes place, making it the prefect time to visit this town. Salt production is one an important stream of income ever sine Middle ages. Saltwork factories in Ston are reputable and also some of the oldes in whole Europe. People here harvest salt by hand before loading it onto wagons to get it distributed. Ston is also know due to them cultivating molluscs like mussels, oysters and other shells. The town is quiet and perfect for a vacation with the whole family. There are also many great restaurants here. Ontop of Pozvizd hill there is a fortress, named after the hill. It offers some of the most beautiful views on everything that surrounds the area. Although there are good restaurants, the town lacks luxury hotels and large resorts. Ston is home for stone houses, old achitecture and some Europe's longest fortifications. The town is actively producing wine; it's one of the main activities for local workers. Ston is also a perfect destination for a day trip if you are staying in Korcula or Dubrovnik. Here you an spend a day walking around and eating in on of the amazing restaurants. Among other places, you can also visit Napoleon's road, St. Michael's church, the church of the Lady of Lu?in, Dubrovnik Republic offices or the Great Ka?tio. Accommodation in Ston is available in apartments, hotels, rooms and more.... You an also enjoy sports, visit a night club or do some form of water sport to spend great time here.