Photogallery of Cres, Croatia

Cres island is a perfect place for long walks. For example, you can spend a day to explore the local nature park located close to Vrana Lake. The lake is a protected area and there are more than a hundred different birds and some of them are endangered species. For instance, a red heron, small and big white-faced herons and a small cormorant. However, Vrana Lake itself is an interesting attraction. The water is so clean that you can drink it without filtration. It's prohibited to herd cattle and make fires around the lake. You can damage the local unique ecosystem which combines the Mediterranean swamp, plains and seacoast. There are also pike, carp, tench and even eels in the lake. But fishing is strictly prohibited here. However, you can enjoy sea fishing on Cres. Of course, you can fish from the shore but fishing in the open sea gives an unforgettable experience. Moreover, you can ask local inhabitants about fishing subtleties. All the necessary fishing equipment can be bought or rent in one of the sea settlements on the island. Locals believe that you can hear the sound of a bell from the bottom of the lake. According to the legend, there were two rich sisters who owned a castle. One of them wanted to own all the possessions and she killed her sister. She was punished for cruelty and severe earthquake and a flood destroyed the castle. This is how the lake appeared. Moreover, it is said that you can hear the sound of a bell from the bottom of the lake. However, … Read further