Korita: Hotels and Accommodation

Koritawas established in the 15th century after residents from Žara moved here following the devastation of Okuklje. Anyone wishing to book a hotel in Korita can continue searching for accommodation afterwards.

Culture and History

Korita’s heritage includes a fortified defensive tower associated with the defence against pirate attacks. Its strategic location served to monitor the Mljet Channel and the open sea.

In the centre of Korita, the Chapel of St. Vid stands next to the defensive tower. The Gothic-Renaissance building was completed in 1488 and preserves a Gothic chalice, a Renaissance pax, and a bronze service bell.

Korita also has the 15th-century Chapel of St. Ilija and the Church of Gospa od Brijega, which was likewise built in the 15th century. Its surviving heritage includes a Renaissance-Baroque structure and a lead pax made by an Italian master.

Pilgrimage and Local Character

The feast of Saint Ilija on 20 July is associated with a local pilgrimage tradition. The route leads from St. Vid through Korita and past Gospa od Brijega, while the revered image of Gospa is carried along.

Korita’s historical economy was connected with fishing, as well as the catching and sale of salted sardines, particularly in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Geographical Location

Otok Preč lies in the vicinity of Korita. The surrounding area of Korita includes Katine Staje, Otočić Borovac, Pjenak, Sveti Petar, and Sveti Mihailo. In the wider regional area are Sveti Liberan and Gospa od Kamena.

Other places on Mljet: Polace, Saplunara, Prožura, Govedjari, Okuklje, Babino Polje, Sobra, Kozarica.

For the higher-level travel overview: Mljet.