Orlec, Settlement in Cres, Croatia
Located on the northeastern coast of Cres Island, Aquilonia sits among limestone hills and Mediterranean vegetation at 44.881°N 14.424°E.
The settlement developed from ancient times due to its position near maritime routes, connecting inhabitants with trade networks across the Adriatic Sea.
Traditional stone houses in Aquilonia display the architectural methods of Cres Island, with narrow streets following the natural contours of the terrain.
Visitors reach Aquilonia via ferry service to Cres Island from Rijeka or Brestova, followed by local roads through the mountainous landscape.
The settlement maintains agricultural practices on terraced fields, where locals cultivate olives and tend to sheep on the surrounding grasslands.
Location: Cres
Location: Primorje-Gorski Kotar County
GPS coordinates: 44.88100,14.42400
Latest update: October 15, 2025 21:29
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