Maslinica is a place which is located on the west coast of the island of Solta. It was founded back in 1703. as the aristocratic family Marchi asked a Venetian ruler for approval to establish a new settlement and build a castle that had towers to defend against enemy pirates . When construction was finished, in 1708th, the real development of this place began. However , Maslinica needed much time to be able to show her natural beauty . At the beginning of the 21st century castle Marchi had a very important role because it was renewed and became hotel of heritage category . This little place has become a real tourist paradise , which each year features a number of guests and foreign tourists. It has its seven islands: Balkun, Grmej, Rudula, Stipanska, Saskinja, Polebrnja i Hrid Kamičić and their beauty delight guests. At the largest islet in the 5th century the church with a Benedictine monastery has been built, and today there are the only remnants of it remained. After the renovatio...n of the castle into a luxury hotel it should be noted that the famous restaurant "Contealberti" was opened which is regularly visited by tourists . To the boaters is Sesula bay which is located very close to the Maslinica, especially tempting. Ferries and boats do not fit there so that connections to other cities , especially with Split are going through Rogač . The inhabitants were mostly engaged in fishing. Tourism has become highly developed , and its inhabitants are mainly engaged in family - tourism . Extremely clear water , natural beaches every year delight tourists with families . Lately boaters often like to come to this pleasant place , especially for diving , hunting and fishing . Special attraction for tourists are the old folk houses and many historical and environmental heritage. Many coves and pine forests that are located on the south side of Maslinica make it perfect for a long stay in solitude , without a lot of people and noise .