Prvić
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  Prvić | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Adriatic Sea |
| Coordinates | 43°43′48″N 15°47′42″E / 43.73000°N 15.79500°E |
| Archipelago | Šibenik archipelago |
| Area | 2.37 km2 (0.92 sq mi) |
| Length | 3.1 km (1.93 mi) |
| Width | 1.35 km (0.839 mi) |
| Coastline | 10.63 km (6.605 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Highest point | Vitković |
| Administration | |
| Counties | Šibenik-Knin County |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 403 (2011) |
| Pop. density | 147.61/km2 (382.31/sq mi) |
Prvić (pronounced
History
The name of the island was possibly derived from ancient Greek Proteras, from which could have been Prvin, the name of the pre-Christian Croatian god of spring.[1] The other theory says that the name derives from the fact that Prvić is first ("prvi") island from the mainland in the Šibenik archipelago.
In 14th and 15th century the island belonged to noble families from Šibenik. During Ottoman conquests in 16th and 17th century, the island was inhabited by refugees from the mainland.
During
Economy
Prvić's main industries are agriculture (
Tourism
Tourism is the most important economic branch on the island. There is just one hotel on the island, Hotel Maestral in Prvić Luka, but locals rent their apartments, houses and villas for tourists.
Culture
There are four
Every year on August 2 there is a local celebration in Prvić Luka, and on August 16 the fešta is in Šepurine.
Villages
There are two villages on the island:
- Prvić Luka and
- Šepurine.
The islands total area is 2.37 km2 and has a population of 403 (as of 2011[update][2]). Prvić is the third most densely populated island in Croatia.[1] Šepurine is located on the west side of the island opposite Vodice. Prvić Luka is situated in the biggest bay on the southeast side and it is well protected from the northern and western winds.[1]
Interesting facts
- Famous Faust Vrančićis buried in a church in Prvić Luka.
- In Šepurine the Faust Vrančić family had a large baroque-style summer residence which is now in the possession of the Draganić family.
- Servant of God Ante Antić (hr) was born in Šepurine.
- There are no cars on the whole island, except a fire truck. There are a few tractors and bicycles.
- Many medieval artifactswere found on the island.
- The coastlineof the island is 10.6 km (6.6 miles) long.
See also
- Adriatic Boat Show
- City of Šibenik
- City of Vodice
- Krka National Park
- Kornati National Park
References
 | This article needs additional citations for verification. (March 2014) |
- ^ a b c Article about Prvić on web site of local hotel Archived December 3, 2005, at the Wayback Machine
- ISSN 1333-3305. Retrieved 27 December 2015.
- ISBN 978-0-943056-03-6.
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