​13th century naval pirate battle reenacted in port of Omis

A pirate battle between the Venetians and the historical pirates of the southern Croatian regions of Dubrovnik, Korcula, Klis was reenacted in the port of the coastal town of Omis on Sunday.

The 13th edition of the reenactment engaged over a hundred participants from the local societies  preserving the cultural heritage.
 
The organisers say that the reenacted battle, which is held on 18 August every year, has become a recognisable brand of this Dalmatian town.
 
According to their estimates, several thousand visitors swarmed to Omis on Sunday evening to attend the event. (Hina/FaH)

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