Škrip, Historic settlement in Supetar, Croatia
Škrip is a settlement on the island of Brač that sits on elevated ground and is surrounded by traditional stone buildings. The village is characterized by Mediterranean vegetation and narrow lanes that give it the appearance of a rural island community.
The settlement originated in ancient times and developed into a significant center for stone quarrying, with its materials used for construction projects across the region. This quarrying activity shaped the place's development over many centuries.
The village is home to an olive oil museum that displays traditional production methods and documents the agricultural past through its collections. The exhibits show how families have depended on olive harvesting for generations to sustain themselves.
To reach the village, visitors take a ferry from Split to Supetar and then follow inland roads across the island. The best time to visit is during the mild spring and autumn months when the pathways are pleasant to walk.
The village's active quarries continue to extract white limestone that was also used in building Diocletian's Palace in Split. This stone is notable not only for its historical use but also for its quality and durability.
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