In antiquity, the Cres and Lošinj archipelago was known as the Apsyrtides. The name derives from the mythical hero of ancient Apsyrtus.In the islands of Cres and Lošinj as a whole. The islands were separated by an artificial canal OSOR to meet the needs of maritime trade in the so-called Amber Route.
Historic changes have taken those islands, as the waves. Millennia as a storm. The presence of small and large nations that have conquered this region has left permanent traces of material culture, or who work with them on this ground.
The island’s oldest settlements (Lubenice, OSOR Beli) have more than 4000 years of history. OSOR The Roman town was the seat of the bishopric in the 9th century.
Lošinj, which is virtually uninhabited until the mid-13th century, it has become a regional leader of the 19th century, naval power. Lošinj city is the second largest port in the Adriatic Sea, Trieste immediately. The inhabitants of Lošinj are not only known for their ability to build boats, but they are also known as the best sailors in the Mediterranean Sea. The architectural aspect of the center of Mali Lošinj, which has remained much the same today, it was decided during this period.
The beginning of tourism dating back to 1885, when tourism began to health
develop on the island.
On 21 January 1885, tourism was first registered.
The first hotel in Mali Lošinj, Vindobona called, was built in 1887.
Due to exceptional weather Lošinj, a climate of health, by a decree of the Ministry of Health of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy in 1892. It quickly became a popular tourist destination of the Austro-Hungarian aristocracy, who built numerous villas and summer residences on the island.
Lošinj is a famous weather station for the treatment of respiratory diseases and allergies. The island offers ideal conditions for a physical and psychological recovery, especially during the winter, spring and fall. The hotels offer weekend and week anti-stress and welfare programs.
