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Croatia, Central Dalmatia
Host Island is a small island located along the famous island of Vis, which is connected to the mainland by ferry from Split. The host is a wooded islet on the western part upon arrival at the harbor on the island of Vis and is 360 m long and 120 m wide.
The Host Lighthouse was built in 1873 and is located on the eastern part of the island. The Host Lighthouse has now been renovated and rented to guests.
Weather
- Pressure: 1011 hPa
- Humidity: 66 %
- Wind: 1 m/s
- UV index: 0
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History and monuments
The name of Host Island and later the lighthouse of the same name comes from the British sea captain William Host, who was nicknamed Young Nelson. In 1811, the captain of the British fleet caused great losses to Napoleon's team. The island got its name in honor of Captain Guest, who had enough courage to stand up to the numerically superior enemy.
Swimming and beach Island Host
An archaeological site lies underwater on the northern side of the islet of Host, which is why the bottom is attractive for all forms of underwater sports activities.
