- Stara Novalja
Stara Novalja is a
village in thecove of the same name in the north-eastern part of the island of Pag, 5kilometers north ofNovalja inCroatia . TheEconomy is based onfarming ,wine culture ,fishing andtourism .The cove of Stara Novalja is the submerged part of the "Pasko-Dinjiska" valley. The safest dock for larger ships is located south of the cove called "Drljanda", where the depth reaches 27-38
meters . Smaller ships and yachts drawing up to 3.5 meters are docked along the external part of the jointedpier (in front of the village).Stara Novalja is located on the
road "M29". In its vicinity are remains of antique walls, a lateantique necropolis , ruins of thepre-Romanesque church of theHoly Cross .Since the ferry harbor was relocated to "Zigljen" (except in some extraordinary weather conditions), Stara Novalja has become a quiet place which offers accommodation facilities in private homes, as well as lodging and boarding services. As such it is preferred by families. The major event is the feast day of
Saints Peter and Paul (29th of June).Beaches
The biggest beach in Stara Novalja is the sand beach, "Trincel". There are also many smaller beaches and jetties in front of the houses on the coastline.
Climate
The climate in the village is mild and Mediterranean. Springs are lush and green, summers are dry and warm, falls pleasant and winters mild with the cold northeast bora winds sometimes blowing. Daily summer temperatures can reach 30 degrees and nights are pleasantly fresher. Summer sea temperatures reach 25 degrees, while the bathing season starts in May.
External links
* http://www.apartmani-vrtlici.com
* http://www.stara-novalja.net
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