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Gromin Dolac on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Gromin Dolac

Stone houses, some built back in the 17th century as strongholds against pirates, the smells of dense pine forests, with the song of crickets and the calm beauty of nature that completely surrounds this small… more

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Pokrivenik on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Pokrivenik

On the north shore of the island of Hvar is located the cove Pokrivenik, decorated with impressive cliffs, beautiful pebble beaches, a little dock for boats and it also has a very interesting cave. In the cove… more

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Humac on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Humac

A unique example of well preserved rural architecture, some 7 km from Jelsa, formerly a pastoral village, Humac originated in the 17th century. At the height of 350 m above sea level, you have a magnificent… more

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Poljica on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Poljica

The small village Poljica, located in the center of the island, is 15 km from Jelsa. Stone houses, flower gardens, narrow streets, the beautiful church of Sv. Ivan Krstitelj (St John the Baptist) and many … more

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Gdinj on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia.

Gdinj

The village of Gdinj is located by the main road, east of the village called Zastražišće. There are plenty of interesting clusters of stone houses, old balconies and courtyards, while aromatic plants  … more

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Bogomolje on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Bogomolje

The village of Bogomolje consists of several smaller clusters of houses. The interesting structure of the houses, courtyards and parish small baroque church are sight that you will definitely want to put… more

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Basina on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Basina

Half way from Stari Grad to Jelsa, on the north side of the island of Hvar situated are beautiful coves, Basina and Mudri Dolac. Surrounded by pine forests whose tree tops sing with the summer mistral, making… more

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Zastražišće on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Zastražišće

The stone houses, courtyards and streets of Zastražišće are beautiful examples of rustic architecture. In the numerous fields around Zastražišće thrive the olive trees, producing the best olive… more

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Sveta Nedjelja on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Sveta Nedjelja

This picturesque place by the sea is famous for the production of best red wines, the wines being so high in quality due to the almost perfect geographical position, Hvar’s climate and definitely the quality… more

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Zaraće on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Zaraće

At the foot of this small picturesque village there are two deep coves with pebble beaches, one facing east called Velo Zaraće and the other facing west called Malo Zaraće. The pebble beaches of Velo Zaraće… more

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Ivan Dolac on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Ivan Dolac

On the south shore of Hvar, not far from Sveta Nedjelja, is located the small village of Ivan Dolac, which is surrounded by steep slopes covered with vineyards which result in grapes for well-known quality… more

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Vrisnik on the island Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

Vrisnik

At the foot of hills where the parish church of St. Anton Opat can be found is located the village Vrisnik, 3 km from Jelsa. The view from the church square provides an impressive panoramic look on the nearby … more

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