Orebic is located on the peninsula Pelješac, and with its 14 villages it attracts many tourists, namely: Orebić, Kučište, Donja Banda, Kuna Pelješka, Lovište, Nakovanj, Pijavičino, Podobuče, Podgorje, Oskorušno, Potomje, Viganj, Trstenik i Stankovići. According to the last census in this settlement lived 1949 inhabitants. Due to the emigration of locals it is coming to the loss of traditional language, chakavian dialect, and started to speak stokavian dialects. A large number of residents are coming from western Herzegovina and Dalmatian Zagora, especially from municipalities Vrgorac and Ljubuški. It was named after the famous family Orebic, which was very important in the history of this place, because the maritime expansion. Before the name Orebic area was called Trstenica, but in earlier writings Orebić was often referred to as Sabbioncello. Because of its excellent geographical location it is protected from the wind, and the breeze allows a pleasant vacation and stay fo...r many tourists. 1865th has been established Peljesac Maritime Society, which contained 33 sailboats. In July average temperature is 26.5 degrees, and during the winter months the average temperature is 9.1 degrees. It was founden in late 15th century and in 1586th Orebic family renews Castle, which until the 19th century was the seat of the ruler. With its rich historical tradition this place attracts many tourists to which a special attractions are the Franciscan Monastery and Church Gospe od Anđela. Also were found the remains of a Roman settlement, and in the baroque church is situated marble relief which stays above the door of closed porch. In the municipality of Orebic are situated about 40 churches suggesting a rich Catholic tradition, and is worth mentioning here that there is a 17 Catholic cemeteries. The beaches are mostly sand and gravel, which offer a rich tourist offer for athletes, including surfing, sailing, water skiing, and for those free spirits opt for hiking and riding bicycles. Accommodation can mostly be found in private apartments and campsites, and this place is perfect for families with children who spend their free time on the most beautiful sandy beach Nevio while relaxing drinking old famous Peljesac wines such as Dingac and Postup.
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