If you walk from the square to the north, passing the main city gate or Porta di datallo (Gate of Dates) ascending the stairs through the old part of the city in which there are palaces built in the 15th and 16th centuries, through small bends that give out the aromas of Mediterranean plants, you will reach Hvar’s fort Fortica or how the locals call it Španjola.
Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
It was built at the beginning of the 16th century (during the Venetian rule) and was reconstructed in 1579. Today the fort holds a collection of amphora and other exhibits from antiquity and the Middle Ages. Besides experiencing its exquisite architecture, you will experience an unforgettable panoramic view of the city of Hvar, its surroundings and the Pakleni islands.
Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town – Island Hvar
Panoramic view from the Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
View from the Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
Fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
Collection of amphora – fortress Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
Fortica Španjola, Hvar town
You can reach the fort by car as well by taking the road that goes from the bus station, behind the hill, to the western part of the city.
