The wide bay, protected by a slowly descending belt of cliffs facing south, has made it possible for man to settle in this area since long ago. On the one hand, there is the sea with its vast resources, enabling the development of fishing, sea trade and ship-bulding; on the other hand there is the land, which satisfies the inhabitant's basic needs, such as vine cultivation and olive porduction. These two separate worlds melt into one and breathe as one. Thanks to the local's diligence and wotk-ethic, the town grew quickly in importance, and became the island's economic and administrative centre during the XV century. A compact nucleus of interconnected houses, built using the same architectural and decorative elements, makes up the historical part of town. Undoubtedly, these stones which have managed to save the character of days gone by, have in them the power of bringing people together; they create a feeling of respect and admiration. Even those who have left the island cannot help feeling its charm, and they return, just as a traveler might return to a place particularly at heart, to renew old friendships and make new ones. With their diversified tourist program the townspeople try to satisfy the needs of all their guests. Cres can offer the traveler, its faithful visitor, a choice of hotels, accommodation, bungalows that are part of the Gavza tourist resort, a large and well equipped camp, and the opportunity to engage in a variety of sports.