From the late 15th to late 17th century, this area was ruled by the Turks. But even later, during the Venetian rule in the 18th century, due to the proximity of the border with the Ottoman Empire, the local population lived in constant insecurity.
From the late 15th to late 17th century, this area was ruled by the Turks. But even later, during the Venetian rule in the 18th century, due to the proximity of the border with the Ottoman Empire, the local population lived in constant insecurity.
Today, the remains of fortifications, popularly called Turkish towers, testify to those turbulent times. All three towers are located in Gornji Tučepi. The Šarića Tower is the closest to the mountain face, not far from the site of the church of St. Martin. It is located on an inaccessible rock near the hamlet of Tolića Kuće. The eastern and southern walls have been partially preserved from what was its rectangular shape. It was built of irregularly carved pieces of stone, reinforced with larger and more regular stone blocks. Remnants of defensive walls surround the tower. Above the tower, the outlines of an abandoned settlement can be seen with houses made of massive dry stone walls, with shaped hearths and openings, and the remains of a floor made of polished stone blocks.
The Bušelića Tower is located on the road from Srida Sela to the hamlet of Knjezovi – Ostojići. The tower was run by the Turkish-era hero, harambasha Grgo Bušelić from the 17th century. It is also positioned on a raised rock. It has been preserved in a rectangular shape up to the height of the first floor, built of stone blocks.
The Lalića Tower is located in Srida Sela and is best preserved. It is included in farmhouses and residential buildings. The whole complex represents an excellent example of traditional architecture.
