The Lastovo archipelago is a magical world of the open sea and scattered islets It abounds in coastal cliffs and numerous plant and animal species Its forest conceals many caves caverns and pits and the crown jewels are hidden in the rich underwater world The distinctiveness of the archipelago is formed by fields numerous small stone churches picturesque fumari and the traditional Lastovo carnival as well as the local population which proves that the coexistence of nature and humans is possible Its unexplored character primeval peace and purity are the motive to invite ourselves into this somewhat forgotten world