Ugljan is situated northwest of the island of Pasman, and it is separated from mainland by city canal with the island of Pasman which connects a bridge across the passage Ždrelac. Ferry port is located in the city over which is the only ferry link with Zadar. East coast slopes gently toward the sea and it is indented with small bays. Ugljan is one of the most populated among the Croatian islands, since all the villages are found along the coast and it s also the biggest nursery for olives, figs and grapes.
