Hvar Town

Hvar is situated in a picturesque natural setting, facing the south, the sun and the sea. Hvar is proud that it has the most sunny hours of all the islands in the Adriatic Sea . Many people say of the town Hvar that it is a town as from a fairy- tale because its arhitecture, wonderful nature and its mild climate.

Things to see:

The Pjaca is per haps the most beautiful and largest town square on the Croatian coast. It is embellished by the "mandrac" (tiny port) and has direct access to the sea.

The impressive loggia was built at the beginning of the 17th century. The monumental Arsenal was built partly in the first half of the 16th century and the oldest communal theatre in Europe was built under the same roof in 1612. The cathedral of Pope St Stephen stands at the far end of the Pjaca, where two parts of the town meet.

The Fortress - Climb up through a park to the Spanjola fortress around sunset. The view over the harbour and Pakleni islands from there is magnificent! The fortress was originally built defend the town from the Turks. It was strengthened in 16th, and then again in the 19th century.

Things to do:

Hvar Summer Performances are a traditional summer cultural manifestation with musical, theatrical and folk programs performed by Croatian and foreign artists.

Hvar patron saint - town protector is Saint Stephen (Sv. Stjepan). The celebration of the patron takes place in Hvar October 2nd and 3rd.