The Croatian island of Korčula lies in southern Dalmatia, on the Adriatic Sea. A port town of the same name is situated on its north-eastern coast. The shape of the old town of Korcula resembles the skeleton of fish and it is surrounded by historic walls with two towers. The Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral of St. Mark is one of the most valuable monuments of the town. In this picturesque town Marco Polo was born and the house of the traveler is a tourist attraction. The Mediterranean climate, numerous churches, local music and excellent cuisine make the town attractive for tourists and it is frequently visited by foreigners.