IMG_5043 - The tall tower is at the highest point of the peninsula so provides great views of Korčula and area.
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IMG_5047 - Westward over the quay and ships, and out the Strait of Pelješac toward the Adriatic Sea and Italy.
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IMG_5049 - The north-east view, over St Peter's church, and the Zakerjan tower to the left, showing the density of the town there.
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IMG_5050 - Just to the west is an area of Venetian-style palaces.
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IMG_5051 - The bells of St Mark's tower.
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IMG_5059 - The photos of my route back to our hotel at the far left, went up to the top right and along the upper streets.
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IMG_5063 - The top flights of stairs in St Mark's tower were especially narrow. Definitely one-way traffic.
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IMG_5064 - The church and tower are named for St Mark because Venice ruled this area when they were built.
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IMG_5067 - Decorated step on the staircase in St Mark's tower.
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IMG_5068 - The last section at the bottom was an even narrower spiral staircase. Imagine it before the days of railings!
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IMG_5069 - The entrance lobby at the bottom of St Mark's Tower.
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