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 Šolta, Šolta is an island placed west of the island of Brac, in the mid-Dalmatian archipelago. It is separated from Brac by the Gates of Split, from the Drvenik island group Šolta Channel and from the mainland, once more, the Gates of Split.
The highest peak is Vela straža, while the climate is Mediterranean. Vine-, olive- and fruit-growing, fishing and tourism form the economic basis. The two vastest coves, Rogac and Necujem, are situated on the northeastern shore, which is overgrown by bushes and exposed to northern winds.
Maslinica Cove is a suitable anchorage for smaller yachts as it is exposed to northwestern winds only. A regional roadway runs along the entire length of the island, while ferry ports are in the coves of Rogac, Necujam and Stomorska.
The island was first mentioned under the name of Olyntha in the 4.century BC. The Romans called it Solenta. After Salona was destroyed at the beginning of the 7.century, some of its inhabitants fled to Šolta. In the Middle Ages, the island was attacked several times by the people of Venice and Omiš. A medieval Benedictine monastery is placed above Stomorska, and other monuments can be found in St.Mihovil, Necujam and Donje Selo (Lower Village). In 1537, after the fall of Klis, the island was populated by refugees from the mainland.
Maslinicais authentic fishing village on the south-west side of island. Maslinica is one of the most beautiful places on the island. With the seven little islands, it offers you quiet and pleasant vacation and a variety of sports facilities
Rogac,
the only harbor on the island of Šolta, located not far from Split. This island has become a well-known summer holiday and excursion destination. Beautiful beaches and sea, olive trees and countless wooded inlets are only part of what Solta has to offer. The coast in the vicinity of the port is indented with a number of coves.
Beautiful coves around Rogac (Banje, Kasjun, Zustova, etc.) attract numerous boaters and tourists, providing ideal conditions for peaceful vacations amidst intact nature.
In the port there is a citadel with loopholes, dating back to the 17th century. The church of St. Therese has an altarpiece with the portrait of the donor from 1749. The cove of Banje features the remains of a Roman fishpond and walls.
Grohte, a village on the island of Solta, 3 km from the coast and the Rogac harbour; elevation 107 m; population 631. the most important town in the interior of the island of Šolta, located not far from Split. Placed barely a kilometer from the coast, Grohote has many remains of Roman buildings and mosaics, while the Necujam inlet nearby is a well-known tourist resort and excursion destination. Among the events held in Grohote, the most important feast day is the Assumption of Our Lady (15th of August), accompanied by a folk fiesta.
Necujam,is a favorite excursion location that lures visitors with the beauty of its quiet cove. Its ferry service from Split has turned it into a place that many people from Split chose as an excursion destination, while we present it to you as a vacation spot.
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