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Ilovik, The only village located on the island of Ilovik is also called Ilovik. The circumference of the island is 15.4 km (9.5 miles), and it occupies an area of 5.8 km2 (1,433 acres). The coast is accessible from all sides with many secluded bays. The largest bay with a sandy beach is Paržine, located on the south-eastern part of the island. Paržine is connected to the village by a road, as is the beach Parknu, which includes a World War II bunker. Beaches easier to access from the village include Harbac, Sotopini, and Sidro. Also at Sotopini is a small soccer field in which the youths of the island engage in intense games. The youths of the island swim mostly on a small dock in front of the church. The island also has a bocce court. Ilovik and Sveti Petar are separated by a canal which is 2.5 km (1.6 miles) long and 300 m (975 feet) wide. The location of the canal offers a natural barrier from most winds, except partially from the jugo (south wind). The convenient location of this harbor makes it a favorite rest stop between the northern and southern parts of the Adriatic. The island is covered with Mediterranean vegetation, throughout the town you will find many types of flowers, oleanders in various colors, palm trees, as well as two century-old eucalyptus trees. It is because of the abundance of flora that this island has been nicknamed "The Island of Flowers".
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