Cavtat

Pronounced Tsavtat, this harbour town is very popular with rich boaters and not surprisingly.

There is a beautiful paved, waterfront walk around part of the island - from bus stop to harbourfront. Mostly under a canopy of pine trees. Just lovely. No beaches as such but swim spots and I did see a keen swimmer near the harbour doing laps.
We took in the mausoleum built up on the hill - renowned for its style and sculpted by Croatia's greatest artist, Ivan Mestrovic. Built for the four wealthy Racovici family members who tragically died within a year of each other in the 1918-19 flu epidemic. Very peaceful and ornate churchyard with panoramic views.
We did find a Shell Museum! Created by a local family who like to travel and dive, collecting themselves but also buying/trading extremely old shells from various collections worldwide. Over 3000 shells, all grouped in shell families and individually labeled with year, location etc. It was fascinating and some extraordinary shells. Even Richard enjoyed it.
After that it was time for lunch. What else but a heaping bowl of mussels!
A very pleasant afternoon mooching before heading back to Mlini by boat for late afternoon swim. This holiday lark is quite decadent at times!Read more