Hodilje, Settlement in Ston, Croatia.
Description
Hodilje is a small coastal settlement near Ston featuring traditional stone houses that line the shoreline. The buildings sit among Mediterranean gardens, creating a quiet, rural appearance.
History
This settlement developed as a traditional coastal community and maintained its rural structure across generations. The population has declined in recent decades as younger people moved to larger cities.
Culture
Residents here work primarily as fishers and farmers, with olive cultivation shaping daily rhythms. These occupations tie closely to the community's identity and how people spend their time.
Practical
The settlement is reached via regional roads and has basic services available locally. It sits away from main tourist routes, so expect quiet conditions and minimal crowds.
Did you know?
Active small-scale salt production using traditional methods is still practiced here, a craft most visitors overlook. This traditional work connects the settlement to its maritime heritage.
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