Kastel Novi is known for its rich pine forest and the beauty of the beach. It is located near the airport of Split , which is why many tourists who have stayed in Split frequently visited Kaštel Novi . 1512th year is extremely important in this area because then Trogir nobleman Pavao Ćipiko built a fortress Kaštel to defend against invading armies from the land and sea . Pavao Čipiko built this high fort containing the drawbridge and doors . In case of danger , locals moved over the drawbridge and hid in a fort . It was also possible to run away by boats to the islands in the vicinity. This fortress is still in very good condition . Uncle von Pavao Čipiko , Koriolan Ćipiko first built his castle (today's Kaštel Stari) , and after that Pavao has built his, thats why the other part of the village is called Kaštel Novi. Well-known is the church of Petra od Klobučca , but since it has become too small due to the increase in population , the parishioners began to enlarge it in the ...late 16th century . Re-enlargement of the church happened again in the first half of the 17th century. It should be pointed that most famous village square names Brce stands from the very beginnings of the village to the present day and it was the center of various cultural and commercial events, and what makes it beautiful is the clock tower in the center of it. Church of Gospe od Stomorije is located in the middle of the Kastela fields where people still pray and hold masses and sermons. The inhabitants of this place are tenants, farmers and olive oil growers, and more and more young generation begins to engage in this industry. Significant is also tourism, and the beautiful beaches and clear waters attract many foreign and domestic tourists. Locals offer accommodation in modern apartments, houses, boarding houses and rooms. It is worth to visit Kastela restaurants and taste the real cuisine.