Korcula is a historic fortified town on the protected east coast of the island of Korcula. The old town is surrounded by walls, and the streets are arranged in a herringbone pattern allowing free circulation of air but protecting against strong winds.
The old town of Korcula is one of the best examples of a fortified medieval town in the Mediterranean and is listed in UNESCO’s tentative list of outstanding world heritage sites.The town's main historic sites include the central Gothic and Renaissance Cathedral of St Mark, the Town Hall and the massive town fortifications.The world's greatest 13th century traveller, Marco Polo, who was a native of Korcula, opened the door of the Far East to Europe.
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