Iz

Is the island in the archipelago, between Long Island and Ugljan, one of which is a separate center channel to the east and the west Iškim; 17.59 km2; 557 inhabitants. It is surrounded by ten islets, the largest of which is Knežak. Islet Rutnjak front arch is arranged as a park. The highest peak behind the Korinjak (168 m). The climate is mild, Mediterranean climate, mean annual air temperature is 15 ° C. Economy is based on farming, fruit growing, olive growing, fishing and seafaring. The villages are small and Iz Veli Iz.

The island was inhabited in prehistoric times. Constantine Porphyrogenitus called him in 10th Ez century, in the Middle Ages, and later was the property of nobility, and citizens. The parish church of Sts. Petra in Veli Iz mention of 14 century, but it has not been preserved in its original form. Is preserved castle Zadar family Canagietti; castle Fanfogna family, originally built in the Romanesque style, but later rebuilt, converted in the 19th century school. Above the harbor, on the top of the village of Mali Iz a Romanesque church (11th century), circular with a semicircular apse, it was in the 17th century annexed rectangular vessel. Near it is a fortified castle.

The center of the island, Veli Iz, lies in a quiet cove on the north-western side of the island. Olives, fishing and shipping are the main economic activities. Modernly equipped marina, hotel "Korinjak", tennis courts, several local inns and restaurants.

Veli Iz has preserved old town, in the center of the restored church. Peter and Paul. Ethnographic collection of Veli Iz keeps many copies autentčine Iž pottery and tools of traditional pottery crafts.

Celebrity is a traditional Fiesta (July 29th). The locals then dress up in traditional costumes perform old island songs and dances and preparing homemade meals. The highlight of the festivities is a choice "iškog King" for a term of one year.

Mali Iz is situated on the southeastern coast of the island of Iz, and consists of three colorful village (Mućel, Makovac and Porovac), on three hills at the foot of two-bay - the prince and Komoševa.