Žirje island is named after the fruit of the oak tree, acorn, and it is the most remote island in the archipelago of Šibenik . With numerous islands and bays it offers beautiful holiday. Since it was quite far away from the mainland the island served once as a outpost on which in the 6. century an fortress was built. Its remains are located on the Gradina . In the defense of the city Šibenik played this place a very important role. Locals usually work as the sailors or fishermen, although tourism is also of great importance. It has 29 bays of which the most famous are : Muna, Koromašnja, Mikavica, Tratinska i Pečenja. The bay Stupica is dangerous for the sailing, and as soon as there is a little wind sailors must leave the bay. The island has 485 plant species and 253 marine algae. Particularly interesting are the orchids, six of them, and many aromatic plants. Here are growing figs,five varieties of plums, olives, grapes and almonds. Indented coast is decorated with seventeen su...rrounding islands, islets and rocks. It is interesting that there are no sheeps on the island. In 1920. 780 inhabitants lived on the island, but due to the victims of war and emigration of younger people, today, there are only 103 inhabitants left, mostly old people. The people who emigrated, are mostly scattered around the world, from North America to Australia. You will find accommodation in private houses and rooms. Fresh air and beautiful scenery you will surely enjoy. As to the village belong about 30 kilometers of various walking paths it is ideal for long walks with the family. If you want to enjoy the good Dalmatian cuisine, visit the restaurant in the center of the city.