Viganj, Coastal settlement in Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia.
Viganj is a coastal settlement on the Pelješac Peninsula that stretches along the narrowest point of the channel separating it from the mainland. The village features traditional stone houses, natural sandy beaches, and sits in a wind-exposed bay.
The settlement grew as a trading hub along the channel's shipping routes, where fishing and boat building shaped the local economy. Over time, the place evolved as residents adapted to and made use of the natural conditions for various maritime activities.
The village maintains a strong connection to the sea, visible in how residents and visitors move through the beach areas and waterfront spaces. Local boat-building traditions remain part of daily life, with small workshops continuing craft techniques passed down over generations.
The place is easy to reach and has several schools offering equipment rental and instruction for water sports. Visitors should know that winds are very strong here and conditions can change quickly.
The channel is known for having the strongest winds on the Adriatic coast, which regularly draws international competition events here. Professional and amateur windsurfers travel from around the world to experience these extreme conditions.
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