Zlarin Island

Zlarin Island (population 400) lies directly at the mouth of the Krka estuary. It has been praised for the beauty of its terrain, and in earlier times was also called the "Golden Island" (zlato means "gold"). Compared with the other islands of the archipelago, Zlarin has the largest variety of tourist facilities.

The town of Zlarin developed beside a deep bay; along the quay runs a pretty promenade adorned by palm trees and houses in late Gothic style. The only hotel, near the harbor basin, is called Hotel Koralj. Its name points to the special characteristic of the island: Zlarin was the only island in this region which was surroanded by waters rich in coral. Unfortunately, not much is left of this splendor. Only the Koraljski muzej (Coral Museum) shows the magnificence of what once was, although it looks more like a souvenir shop. Zlarin is the destination of many excursion boats.

Anchorages
Place	Position	Adress	Information
Zlarin	43° 42'N 15° 50'E	village (pop. 359 in 1991) and cove (Luka Zlarin) on the NW coast of the island of the same name	Luka Zlarin cove is sheltered from the bora and sirocco, but is exposed to the northwesterlies. Large yachts can moor at the piers off the village; the N pier is reserved for the local line. Yachts drawing less than 3 m and shorter than 40 m can moor (four-point moor) between the third and fourth piers (looking from the N) and lying alongside. The inner harbour is occupied by the local fishing craft. There is a good anchorage off the E coast. Facilities: Post office and medical service. Provisions and water available.