Trpanj is located on the northwest side of the peninsula Pelješac, which covers 36.70 square kilometers. Back in 1991st place counted 871 inhabitants, whose number has not changed for 10 years. In the past it was the center of Trpanj fishermen who catch fish every day and so provide food for their families. The word Trpanj itself comes from the verb trpjeti (suffer), which means that the villagers of this region have always suffered because mother nature has not given enough fertile land on which they could develop the agricultural industry. However it is considered that the origin of the name is also of Greek origin because of rocks protruding from the sea and are reminiscent of a sickle. These areas were inhabited by people since ancient times, as is evidenced by the remains of old churches. Byzantine Emperor Justinian, who was active at the beginning of the 6th century fought here. Tourists are delighted with its rich cultural heritage, and it should be noted that the history of th...is place is really worth mentioning. Church of Sv. Petra i Pavla, which has been upgraded over the years was first mentioned In 1657th. The specialty is the statue Gospe od Rozarija, and a day when the statue was set up was celebrated every year until the 20th century. Known is the Church of Sv. Rok, which offers a magnificent view of the Neretva Channel, and which was built in honor of St.Rok who was considered the patron of plague. Tourists are delighted with beautiful beaches that provide good shade thanks to the pine trees and palm trees. The most famous gravel beach is Pozora which offers a variety of entertainment and sports equipment rental. In addition to this beach often visited by tourists is Divna (beautiful) beach which is sandy and stony, and as the name suggests, this is indeed beautiful beach. Nearby is the car camping where you can try different drinks and cocktails. During the summer months here are organized many events such as Trpanjsko summer, and day of the municipality is celebrated on July 2nd. Accommodation is offered in a modern family rooms and hotels of which we will emphasize the Hotel Faraon.