Visit Hvar Island in Croatia Where The Lavender Blooms
Looking for a perfect place to spend some quality time with your loved one? How about Hvar Island in Croatia at the Adriatic Sea which is best known as a summer resort? The Hvar gifts the traveler in you with marvelous port towns with 13th-century walls, a hilltop fortress and a main square anchored by the Renaissance-era Hvar Cathedral.
Apart from historical sites and monuments the island also features some exotic beaches which are favorite among the couples who come down here very often. There are loads of fun and adventure for you to indulge in. A tiny island abundant with all that can tickle a tourist enthusiast, isn't it fun?
So, here we go and chalk out some interesting places and activities that you shouldn't miss out at Hvar!
Historical sites, forts and more
St. Stephen's Square and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
St. Stephen's Square is located at the center of the Hvar Town’s central plaza. It is the largest square in Dalmatia, almost conquering 4,500 square meters. The square is full of people attracted to the beautiful shops and cafes all over the place. It is a perfect place to chill and hang out with friends and family. The square di have an age-old history of nearly 18th century.
The St. Stephen's Cathedral is located exactly on the eastern side of the square. A 6th-century church turned cathedral is believed to be constructed in 6th century is an architectural beauty. People who visit never miss to get a glimpse of this beauty.
Spanjola Fortress, Hvar Island in Croatia
A few miles from the Hvar Town’s main square, passing through the Porta di Datallo, you can witness one of the major tourist attractions of the place. The fortress from the 1500s stands high above the sky and is in It’s in considerably good state assuring for its age.
Stand on the top of the battlement and look through the canon and one can see the entire Hvar town looking at you. The view is extremely breath-taking. There are sine artifacts with historical significance displayed in the fort to add nuance to the place among which are ancient amphorae from an earlier Bronze Age stronghold on this spot.
