for EU structural funds. Geography Krk is like many Croatian islands, it is rocky and hilly. The rock is mostly karst. The southeast portion of the island is mostly bare as a result of the bora winds. Some prominent features include: Obzova, the highest point at 568 msl Vela Luka a harbor on the southeastern end of the island Culture and religion Krk has historically been a center of Croatian culture. Various literature in the Glagolitic alphabet was created and in part preserved on Krk (notably the Baška tablet, one of the oldest preserved texts in Croatian). A monastery lies on the small island of Košljun in a bay off the coast of Krk. Krk belonged to the Republic of Venice during much of the Middle Ages until its dissolution, when its destinies followed those of Dalmatia. It became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes (later called Yugoslavia) after World War I, in 1920. After that date, the village of Veglia/Krk remained the only predominantly Italian-speaking municipality in Yugoslavia. After World War II, most of the Italians left. The island of Krk is a participant in the 2020 European Capital of Culture project. Through the program "27 neighborhoods", the city of Krk, Malinska and Vrbnik will be involved in different events during the entire year. Along with them, the Municipality of Baška participated in the program "Lungomare Art", based on which a permanent art installation "Drops" was set up, which puts emphasis on traditional drywall architecture. Monuments and sights The Baška tablet in Jurandvor that was made in 1100. Church of St. Lucy in Jurandvor, where the famous Baška tablet was found. Art installation "Drops" on the hill above Baška Krk Cathedral that is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Krk Bridge which connects the island of Krk with the mainland since July 19, 1980. Language Krk is well known for its historical language diversity. The Middle Chakavian dialect of Croatian is the primary dialect used on the island. Five languages used to be spoken on the island: Venetian, Italian, Croatian, Dalmatian and Istro-Romanian, although the latter two have gone extinct in the island (and everywhere else in the case of Dalmatian). It must be noted the Croatian dialect of Krk has notable Istro-Romanian influence. Municipalities The municipalities and larger settlements on Krk include: The eponymous city of Krk (), with 6,243 inhabitants (2011),