General information about the island of Hvar The island of Hvar is one of the most beautiful and sunny island, it boasts beautiful beaches, clear waters and extremely favorable climate. Among the ten most beautiful islands in the world.
Known for its mild Mediterranean climate with mild winters and pleasantly warm summers and many hours. Economy based on tourism, fisheries and agriculture (vineyards, olive trees and cultivation of rosemary and lavender).

Three fishing town on the island are: Sucuraj, Vrboska and Hvar. Main towns on the island are linked by the state road D-116 (Hvar - Stari Grad - Jelsa - Bogomolje - Sucuraj). Ferry lines connect the island with the mainland are Sucuraj - Drvenik, Stari Grad - Split, Stari Grad - Ancona (Italy), and shipping lines: Hvar - Split and Jelsa - Bol (Island Brac) - Split.
Indented coast, numerous picturesque beaches and crystal clear, plenty of sun, untouched nature, a very rich historical and cultural heritage, the scent of lavender, olives and wine, as always hospitable people are reasons why the island of Hvar is widely known.




Vrbanj Vrbanj is a picturesque small village situated on the island, near the town of Hvar. In a typical Hvar landscape adorned with fragrant fields of lavender Vrbanj is unchanged since ancient times. Its authentic atmosphere, the nearby beaches, picturesque coves and marinas will prove to you that Vrbanj an oasis of rest. Hospitable locals, and the traditional wine cellars will offer you excellent wines, and dinner will be embellished and island songs.

Jelsa Located on the northern coast of central and southern parts of the island of Hvar. Extends to 121.2 km2. According to the 2001 Census. The Municipality of Jelsa has a population of 3656. It includes 12 villages Gdinj, Mudri Dolac, Humac, Basina, Jelsa, Pitve, Poljica, Svirce, Vrboska, Vrisnik, Zavala and Zastrazisce. District Municipality of Jelsa and the entire island is richly indented coastline, many bays and islands. Jelsa limit the two highest island peak in the west of St.. Nicholas, on the East Hum. Jelsa has a mild climate with warm winters and pleasant summers, while the whole municipality area abounds with magnificent Mediterranean vegetation.
Smells and tastes, ships and men little place with a large harbor, a stream that divides the Vela and the Little Band depicts our village Jelsa. Jelsa population areas can be traced from prehistoric times, the period of Greek colonies and Roman times. Jelsa in 8 century, inhabited by Croats as well as the entire island. Jelsa is mentioned in the 14th century as a port town Pitve (Portus de Pitu) around the church of St. John.


Svirce Svirce is situated at the foot of St.. Nicholas, the highest peak on the island of Hvar (626m). At the top stands the church of Sv. Nicholas by the 1487th yr. built by Matija Ivanic (leader of the popular uprising on the island of Hvar) and a large stone cross which was placed 1998th yr. the occasion of the establishment of Brač Hvar-Vis-diocese. In the central part of the player small village squares, narrow streets, stone houses, zanimljivioarhitektonski ambience gives a nice view of centuries of development sites. Locals celebrate. Magdalene as the patroness of the parish which was given to the church built in the 20th century on the site of the old church from the 19th c. At the entrance to Svirče the memorial park dead in the 2nd World War II with a sculpture artist from Dinka Vrankovic player. Today Svirče najprosperitetnija belongs to the village on the island, whose progress is aided by several manufacturers of premium wines and a modern olive oil mill for processing.



Vrboska Village Vrboska a pearl hidden in the depths of the bay, covered with pine trees. Some are still two of the origin of the name Vrboska. Some are convinced that the name comes from the direct Vrboska the fact that it originated as a port Vrbanja therefore Vrboska would be a derivative of the initial wave of calls Varbonjska (Vallis Varbagni). Others think that the etymology of the name could not hide the name of Val - de - Bosco (wooded bay), which is much more romantic, although "varbonjsko" the origin of the name has more supporters and is significantly claimed. Vrboska originated in the 15th century. Villagers Vrbanja, players, Vrisnik Pitve and built houses on the coast, intending to devote themselves to fishing and shipping limits opportunities.
Vrboska has a beautiful island in the middle of the bay, because it is connected by bridges which are called "Little Venice". The town is inhabited since ancient times. As a port town and the neighboring Vrbanja mentioned in the 15th century. In the center of town is the Renaissance church (fort) Sv. Mary of Mercy was built as a fortress around the 1575th years after the Turkish attack, the older church from 1465 year. The church has a valuable picture of Venetian masters, "Birth of Mary" and "Madonna Lily" paintings are kept in the church of Sv. Lawrence. The parish church of Sv. Lawrence was built 1571st and restored in the 17th century. The main altar of St.. Lawrence is poliptik Paola Veronesca, the work of John Rendić. There is a wealth of famous painting venecijskih Masters: Titian, Cagaliarija, Bassano, Scuria, Cellinia and others. Church of Sv. Petra is mentioned on the bank of the 1331st , and applied it to the border point between the territory and Pitve Vrbanja, when yet there Jelsa Vrboska. Restored the 1469th years and is considered one of the oldest religious buildings on the island. Vrboska locals are proud of and its Fisherman's Museum. Vrboska boasts beautiful pebble and sandy beaches and wave opulent splendor and serene beauty.


Vrisnik Vrisnik is a small town in the island, situated on the picturesque slopes of the hill on whose top there is the parish church of Sv. Ante lined with cypress trees from the 17 c. Vrisnik is named after the heath, a type of aromatic herbs that grow on the island. It is built on the slopes with the supporting walls, using drystone, which forms a space for building houses, castles and gardens, giving a place of exceptional charm.


Gdinj Gdinj is situated 361m above sea level, is located 25 kilometers east of Jelsa, it is within the municipality Jelsa.Rasprostranjen in 8 hamlets: Bonkovci, Old Church Bans Jury, Vrvolići, High, Talkovići, Long Dolac and the New Church. Eight hundred meters from the center of the village is the church of Sv. Jurajas cemetery from the 16th century and the parsonage, built in the early-Renaissance style, and unfortunately, still quite neglected. The new parish of St.. Juraj Bogomolja created separation from the parish of Gdynia is located in the central part (where schools, shops, etc.). Gdynia belong to a few bays on the south and north side, enjoyed by many tourists but locals.


Poljica Poljica place is situated in the middle of the central Dalmatian island of Hvar (north side of the island). It is almost identical to the distance to the easternmost point of the island of Hvar - Sucuraj town and the town of Hvar on the west (c. 43 km). Due to the characteristic direction of the island (east-west), we can state and neighboring places. So, in the east to the village Zastrazisce only 3-4 km away, while the west Poljica closest Jelsa (15 km). Tailoring are located 2 km from the sea, and the year 2003. of asphalt and an access road for the two bays: Mala Stiniva and rabbit.


Zavala Zavala (Pitovska beach) was formed as a secondary village village Pitve, but in recent decades became independent and developed as a tourist resort with comfortable apartments, rooms and family rooms. It is named after Cape Zac (from Žalec) by which the already mentioned 15 Zavala century before the islet Šćedro from 2.5 kilometers to the coast where you can find complete peace. With Green Heads (113m), the highest peak on the island offers a breathtaking view. Do Šćedro boat sails daily from Zavala, where there is a restaurant where you can taste different specialties.


Ivan Dolac Basina, 3km west of Zavala, was created as a secondary village and village players mentioned in the 15th c. I like the other places on the south side of the island became independent during the last 30 years. Today, tourism is the main economic sector. Basina with its beautiful beaches, filled with stone, is increasingly developing as a significant excursions and tourist destination. New and well equipped apartments and B & B guests a quality and diverse usluge.S rest of the island is connected by a tunnel length of 1.5 km. Thanks to the greatest number of sunny hour in Croatia and the steep southern slopes of the winemaking side of the island in this area is derived from the grapes which make the best quality wines. In addition to good wines, Basina is proud of its clean environment, full of aromatic herbs, and other Mediterranean flora. From the place a beautiful view of the island Šćedro and the island of Korcula, and many small, lovely, natural beaches (Hollow stina and Lučišće near Sv.Nedjelja, dock, Paklina, Longo) with stone or sand, bays and headlands that each guest can make the peace and solitude or with family and friends enjoy a memorable swimming in a clear sea. There are a small supermarket and several restaurants, and everything else needed for unforgettable holidays in true Mediterranean atmosphere can be found in the nearby town of Jelsa.


Mala Stiniva Small Stiniva to the Bay, 10km east of Jelsa dirt road leads from Poljica and to Vela Stinive asphalt road from Zastrazisce. Do these two bays may also come by boat from Jelsa and Vrboska. The Vela Stiniva interesting country houses (rural Baroque) from the 18th century And Vela and Mala Stiniva have built the pier with a small protected harbor and several caves, caverns and caves.


Prapatna Prapatna, deep and picturesque bay with an elongated cape away from Jelsa, about 4.5 km. In the village architectural styles blend of past and present times. The newly-built houses can get accommodation in apartments or private pensions. Do Prapatna can be reached by car, boat or on foot path along the coast.


Pokrivenik Big and Small Pokrivenik - a beautiful bay with beaches and pristine nature are about 16km from Jelsa. Pokrivenik Bay (Big and Small) is quite large, with elongated cape is well protected from winds and has a dock. Pokrivenik above the bay, 20m above sea level, there is a cave Badanj inhabited since Neolithic times. In it were found traces of Neolithic culture. Here, as in other bays, there are many newly built houses (apartments, pensions and family) that can be rented during the summer months.


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