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Hvar is the largest city of the island; a significant part of historical sites can be found on its territory. The Cathedral of St. Stephen is situated on the main square; its construction has begun in the 16th century and lasted until the mid17th century. At the final stage of construction the unusual bell tower was added. Now its top is equipped with an excellent viewing platform. The building of the cathedral is very valuable from an architectural point of view, as it is made in best traditions of the Dalmatian Renaissance. Next to the cathedral there is the Bishop's Palace. This historic building was once converted into an interesting museum. It holds a rich collection of objects of church utensils and fine jewelry. On the square in front of the cathedral there is another interesting historical object, the city well, which has remained the main source of fresh water for local residents for many years. Despite the fact that now the island doesn’t strive of fresh water shortage, locals still treat old wells with a great respect and care about them as if they were the most valuable historical objects. The old Arsenal built in the late Middle Ages is among other noteworthy attractions of Hvar. The first public theater in Europe has been opened on its second floor in the early 17th century. Fans of exploring historical sites are recommended to see the Venetian fortress located on a small hill. These places offer beautiful views of the island's capital and its … Read further

Our guide to Hvar

Advices for travellers

2. Public transport on the island is virtually absent, so it’s better to rent a car to travel through its territory. This will require an international driving license, a passport and a credit card with the desired amount for deposit. Motobike is another common mode of transport on the island. 3. There are all kinds of accommodation options on the island, including fine hotels and modest budget hostels. It … Open

Travel guide to Hvar

Trips to the island of Scedro is very popular with the admirers of nature attractions. It is quite small and is only 8 km2. Now, the entire territory of the island is a national reserve. At one time, there were several small settlements on the island but now, it is absolutely desert. Besides amazing nature beauties, you can admire the preserved houses of the natives and the old monastery when sightseeing here. … Open

Traditions and mentality of Hvar

At the end of summer an amazing festival is held in Jelsa. It is dedicated to the main national drink, wine. Participants of the festival can taste the best local wines and visit one of the colorful fairs. One of the main features of the local cuisine is an abundance of interesting seafood dishes; this feature of the local culture is also reflected in national holidays. Each year, the Fish Night festival is held … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Stari Grad can offer its guests several attractive restaurants. The most famous dining place of the city is the Antika restaurant. Classic national dishes represent the basis of its menu. The restaurant has lovely informal atmosphere and a high level of service. Fans of exotic treats should definitely order octopus with potatoes. The restaurant serves great mussels and popular wines. The mass of interesting … Open

Attractions and active leisure

No less popular is Dubovica Beach located at the fabulously beautiful secluded cove. There are some amazing historic buildings in the immediate vicinity of the beach, which make the stay even more enjoyable. It is worth noting that sandy beaches are rare, as the coastal area is rocky. The most beautiful sandy beach is Milna situated near the small village of the same name. In addition to a relaxing holiday on the … Open

Cultural excursion through Hvar - things to see

Stari Grad is also characterized by its numerous historical sites, as the city has retained a great number of picturesque medieval streets. The area of the old city is considered to be an important tourist attraction of world class. The beautiful church of St. Stephen, the old Tyrdal fortress and numerous ruins of the Roman Empire are among the most noteworthy buildings. The Franciscan monastery located in the … Open

Croatia - moving around the country

Taxi in Croatia is also popular, although it is relatively not expensive. Average boarding fee will cost about two and a half dollars, and at least 1 dollar for every next kilometer. Please note that this excludes the luggage fee. Almost every car has a meter, so you can monitor and calculate the cost of travel. However, prices in cities at the peak of the tourist seasons can rise by two or three times the usual amount. At night (from 10 pm to 5 am), the taxi fare rises by 20%. The same rule applies to movement on holidays and weekends. Please note that hitchhiking in Croatia is not advisable, since locals very rarely express a desire to offer a lift on the road to tourists. … Open

Nature and parks of Croatia

Another unique place is Paklenica National Park situated in the rocky mountains of Northern Dalmatia, not far from Zadar. The park is widely known for its numerous canyons and rocks. This place is popular among fans of rock climbing. The most picturesque canyons are Mala Paklenica and Velika Paklenica. One of the highest and most famous cliffs of the park is Anica Kuk. It enjoys an incredible popularity among tourists. A huge number of people come to climb the peaks of Vigansky Vrch and Sveto Brdo every year. In the karst caves of Paklenica, there was a potential refuge for the Yugoslav government in case of war in the 50s of the 20th century. … Open

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