Trogir, Croatia

 Croatia is no stranger to fierce winds, with the bura being the most feared.  Forecasts for high winds from the NE send sailors in search of a safe space to ride out the tempest.  Having just experienced our first we did not hesitate to seek out a marina the very next week when yet another bura was forecast.  Unbelievable.  It seems that the old adage about the Med is true: there is either too much or not enough wind!  Although, technically we are in the Adriatic, we have certainly seen these two extremes.  Seems we are either motoring along as there is no wind for sailing or seeking shelter because there is too much wind.

Narrow cobblestone streets of Trogir

We returned to the anchorage in Split only to find that Mario was covered up with work and needed a few days before he could schedule our solar installation.  With the bura coming (again!!) we decided to go somewhere we had not been before to wait it out.  Our plan was to go to Trogir for a couple of days and then once again head back to Split.  

Trogir

If possible, Trogir seems even more medieval than Dubrovnik or Hvar.  Its the very narrow roads of cobbled stone, the stone buildings with the arched doorways and the terra cotta tiled roofs that take you way, way back.  With just a little imagination you can picture what life in this city would have been like with folks weaving in and out of these narrow, winding little streets.  Old buildings now filled with restaurants and shops were called "home" in another time. 

Fortress in Trogir

As it turned out the forecasted bura did not kick up its heels like the week before.  The wind gusted into the 20s but nowhere near the 45 knot winds we saw the week before.  But we had already booked the slip for three days so we stayed ,completed some chores and just enjoyed Trogir. 

Trogir

 Trogir is yet another UNESCO world heritage site.  Their recognition is by virtue of their Venetian architecture, evident in the churches and palaces that dot the little island town. So far Trogir is one of our favorite places despite its touristy vibe. The beauty of the little town won us over but the daily outdoor market was icing on the cake.  We were able to stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables and even found some very good smoked bacon there. It was actually so good that we later went back for more!

 

Trogir

If there was a downside to Trogir it was the numerous charter boats that descended on the area over the weekend.  Evenings were loud and boisterous.  Thank goodness we have air conditioning allowing us to shut the hatches and drown out the noise.  Without that capability our view may have been a bit different😌.

Trogir

 

We will be heading back to Split with fingers crossed that the weather stays calm enough for us to have the solar panels installed.  We are anxious to move away from Split as we have spent quite a bit of time there already.  Ready to see more of Croatia!