Island of Pag is the island of the North Dalmatian group and belongs to the Kvarner archipelag . It is distinguished by a variety of natural attractions: sand and pebbles, crystal clear sea, several wonderful beaches.
Climate on the island is Meditarranean, the biggest part of the island is rocky ground, while smaller part is covered by macchia. In the vallies and fields (Novaljsko, Povljansko, Vlašićko and Dinjsko) wines, vegetables and fruits are cultivated. The manufacturing of olive oil is well developed. Inhabitants also breed sheeps, and make famous Pag cheese. The tradition on the island is also making of the Pag lace, far known. Beside these, the island is also very famous by salt production. Main towns on the island are linked by road which is the extenstion of the Adriatic highway. Beside ship lines, it is linked to the
land by bridge (Pag's bridge).
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