Prvić Šepurine, Settlement on Prvić island, Croatia
Prvić Šepurine is a settlement of stone houses and steep streets on the northern side of Prvić island, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The buildings spread along the coast with narrow pathways winding between traditional houses, typical of medieval island settlements.
The settlement began in the 11th century when residents from Srima and Vodice moved to the island seeking safety from Turkish invasions. This population shift shaped the community and established new living spaces on the island.
The whitewashed houses and small churches visible throughout the narrow lanes reflect the village life of this island community. The residents have maintained their traditional ways, and details of older building styles on house facades reveal the heritage of generations of fishing families.
The settlement is reached by ferry from Vodice with multiple daily departures taking about eight minutes to cross. The pathways in the village are narrow and sometimes steep, so comfortable shoes are advisable and time should be allowed for exploring.
Archaeological excavations near the Church of St. Rok uncovered a cemetery from the 9th century containing fragments of knitted ornaments. These findings show the island was inhabited long before the documented settlement period.
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