Podgorje, Orebić Croatia – Discover One of the Oldest and Most Scenic Places on Pelješac Peninsula
Just a short 2 km (1.24 miles) walk west of the center of Orebić , on the sunny southern slopes of Mount Sv. Ilija , lies the peaceful village of Podgorje . Although many visitors head straight to the beaches or the ferry to Korčula, this small historic settlement is one of the oldest parts of modern Orebić and offers an unforgettable combination of history, spectacular scenery, and authentic Dalmatian atmosphere. This walking tour takes you through one of the most fascinating places on the Pelješac Peninsula , where every stone tells a story dating back several centuries. One of the first highlights of the walk is the famous Captains' Cemetery , one of the most distinctive cemeteries in Croatia. Here rest wealthy shipowners, sea captains, and generations of Orebić residents whose lives were closely connected with the Adriatic Sea. During the 18th and 19th centuries, Orebić became one of the most important maritime centers in the region, and many local captains accumulated conside...