Ugljan Island is the closest island from the town of Zadar. Also known as the “green island,” the island of Ugljan is covered with pine trees, dense bush, fig trees, vineyards, olive groves and other Mediterranean vegetation. The people of Ugljan Island has traditionally lived by agriculture, seamanship and fishing activities. The island is globally renowned for its 2,000 years of olive growing, which produce high-quality olive oil.
On the northeastern side of the Ugljan Island are fisherman villages and coves, such as Preko, Kali, Kukljica and Ugljan. The other side of the cove is a popular spot for recreational fishermen and scuba divers as the area consists of uninhabited coves and islands. The most visited and beautiful sandy beach of Ugljan Island is located just 2 kilometers away from Muline Bay.
Historical sights in the island of Ugljan, such as the Venetian fort of St. Michael, are scattered throughout the island. Other attractions include a 17th summer castle in the Lukerian village, the 17th century baroque summer castle in Suromiscicia, a 13th century church in Poljana, the baroque church of St. Lawrence in Kali and the 15th century church of St. Hieronymous in Kukjica. In Preko village, several Dalmatian architecture stand, such as the 15th century Franciscan convent and the 11th century Romanic church of St. John. Ugljan Island also has ancient Croatian churches and convents.
