Zlarin
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Zlarin | |
| Coordinates: 43°41′N 15°51′E / 43.683°N 15.850°E | |
| Country | Croatia |
| County | Šibenik-Knin |
| Municipality | Šibenik |
| Area | |
• Total | 8.19 km2 (3.16 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 174 m (571 ft) |
| Population (2021) | |
• Total | 293 |
| • Density | 35.8/km2 (92.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 22232 |
| Area code | (+385) 22 |
Zlarin is a small island off the Dalmatian coast of Croatia near the mainland city of Šibenik. Administratively, it is part of Šibenik-Knin County. In the winter time, the island has a population of 284, but from March to October its population grows substantially to 1,500 people, mainly because people relocate from Šibenik in the warmer months. Zlarin has a large expatriate community.
Zlarin's highest point is Klepac at 174 metres (571 feet) above sea level. During bright and sunny days, Mount Velebit and volcanic Jabuka island in the Adriatic Sea are visible from this point. Zlarin has many fig and cypress trees, as well as other natural plants. Inner parts of the island are uninhabited and covered with thick forest. Zlarin is one of few islands on the Adriatic Sea that do not allow access to cars.