http://www.hvar-island.com tourism guide - accommodation & travel Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:45:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The island of Hvar is situated in the Adriatic Sea, in front of the city of Split and between the islands Brac, Vis and Korcula. It is the fourth island in Croatia, according to the extent, and it comprises the surface of 300 km2 and its coast is 250 km ... http://www.hvar-island.com/about-hvar/intro/ HVAR TOWN Many people say of the town Hvar that it is a town as from a fairy- tale because its architecture, wonderful nature and its mild climate. Everybody can find in Hvar all what gives peace to the soul and relaxation to the body. From the sea, we get the sight ... http://www.hvar-island.com/about-hvar/o-places/places-to-visit/ In Hvar there is one of the most important observatories of the revolution of the Sun and stars in Croatia. The observatory was founded in 1972 and is located in the vicinity of the former French fortress on the hill overlooking the town of Hvar. http://www.hvar-island.com/about-hvar/did-you-know/hvar-astronomical-observatory/ During Holy Week in Hvar you have the rare opportunity to partecipate in age-old and impressive religious ceremonies. The most important is the Mandy Thursday procession called „Following the Cross“, which is held every year for the last 5 centuries in Jelsa and the nearby villages. It is also interesting ... http://www.hvar-island.com/about-hvar/did-you-know/five-centuries-old-religious-cerimonies/ http://www.hvar-island.com/photos-videos/hvar-photos/ Most of people when come to Hvar think only about sun, sea, beach and party and don't even thinking about the thing they might be missing: great potential for exploring Hvar history! Walking through Hvar town you will notice the rich history and cultural heritage Hvar has to offer. Here ... http://www.hvar-island.com/what-to-see/a-day-in-hvar-exploring-history/ One of the most popular beach clubs in Hvar is definitely Hula Hula Beach. It is located in the west part of Hvar town, just a short 5 minute seaside walk from hotel Amfora and 15 minute seaside walk from city center. Hula Hula is ideal for a complete day ... http://www.hvar-island.com/what-to-do/hvar-beaches/hula-hula-beach/ Which are the things that should be done when in Hvar? What to see, what to do? Here is our top ten things to do when in Hvar: 1. Visit Hvar fortress Spanjola, which overlooks the Hvar port (upper picture has been taken from the fortress). This fortress is called Fortica (by ... http://www.hvar-island.com/what-to-do/ten-things-to-do-when-in-hvar/ Mlini beach is located one one of the Paklinski islands' called Marinkovac. For getting to this nice beach you have to take one of the boat taxies which are located just in front of Hvar Arsenal. You have to take the boats that go to Zdrilca & Mlini beach, the ... http://www.hvar-island.com/what-to-do/hvar-beaches/mlini-beach-paklinski-islands/ Carpe Diem Hvar The island HVAR filmed by the photographer Ralf Uicker Suncani Hvar Hotels HVAR - walk around Bonj, Hvar by night http://www.hvar-island.com/photos-videos/hvar-videos/