Žuljana is one of the few intact places on earth, it is located in a picturesque bay on the south side of Peljesac peninsula. The village is surrounded by pine forests that stretch all the way to the sea, inland mountains and vineyards. With about 200 inhabitants, the village is active with fishing, vineyards and olive oil production.
The sea in the cove is crystal clear and abundant with life. What makes this village a unique place on the Adriatic coast is that the bay is facing the west so you can fully enjoy every sunset.
Žuljana has numerous sandy and pebble beaches especially suitable for families with small children because they are shallow and clean. It is an ideal place for diving, fishing, sailing and surfing. Crystal clear sea and coral reefs make this place a dive with a special experience.
Here, enthusiasts of hiking can enjoy the hours of walking in untouched nature, a stroll up to 490 m high peak St. Ivan for incredible views and search for secret beaches.
Local grocery and markets sell everything you need, including organic fruits and vegetables, olive oil, honey and wine, all that is produced locally. In the village there are two restaurants, a pizzeria and a café. In the village there is an ambulance, post office where you can exchange money and tourist office, where you can get more information or organize excursions.
From the village there are organized excursions to Dubrovnik, the "pearl of the Adriatic", which is an hour's drive away, and the Arboretum Trsteno, a 500 year-old botanical garden. Also, only half an hour from Žuljana is the old town of Ston with its original salt pans and ancient walls. The National Park on the island of Mljet is 40 minutes sailing on the local Zuljana boat, and the beautiful island of Korcula is an hour away.
In Žuljana, you can find accommodation at hosts in comfortable apartments, rooms and holiday houses, as well as in luxury villas with swimming pool. In Zuljana, there are no hotels.