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Koločep Island

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Koločep, the southernmost inhabited island of the Elaphiti archipelago and the one closest to Dubrovnik. Locally known as 'Kalamota,' a name derived from its Greek roots, this island is a sanctuary of tranquility. …

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  2. 2The Blue Cave and Marine Wonders

    One of the most captivating natural features of Koločep is the 'Modra špilja' or Blue Cave, located on the island’s southern cliffs. Unlike the more famous Blue Cave on Biševo, Koločep’s cave offers a more intimate and accessible…

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  3. 3Strolling the Paths of Gornje and Donje Čelo

    The human geography of Koločep is best experienced by walking the path that connects the two villages of Donje Čelo and Gornje Čelo. Donje Čelo, situated in a deep bay on the northwestern side, serves as the main harbor and…

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  4. 4Closing

    As we prepare to re-board our vessel and sail toward Šipan, take one last look at the green hills of Koločep. This island has provided us with a template for understanding the Elaphiti—a combination of natural splendor, deep…

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What is Koločep Island?

Koločep Island is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates42.6800, 18.0060
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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