Hvar Flights and Travel Guide

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Off the coast of Split, just 15 nautical miles from Baska Voda and accessible by ferry, is the island of Hvar, which abounds with Romanesque and Renaissance buildings and a true Mediterranean atmosphere. The island is noted for its fertile soil and was the site of the world’s first parcelling out of arable land by the ancient Greeks, who farmed there. It is now mainly a wine-growing area. The island’s main towns are Vrboska and Jelsa, famed for their Dalmatian wines, and it is dotted with picturesque villages.

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Viking Diving Center 

If you’re sick of being in the air from your flight to Hvar, then head straight for the water. Divers will be pleased to stumble upon the diving center next to the Podstine Hotel, that has been run by a local family for decades. Here you’ll find equipment, instruction, and rooms. They provide packages like day tours, five-day diving trips, and full days of cave diving.

 

Franciscan Monastery 

Built in the 15th century, the Franciscan Monastery lies south of the center of town, and is a hub for cultural gatherings. If you’re aching to meet locals before you board your return Hvar flight, then make sure to head to the cloister when a concert is held every two days during the warm season. An art museum is inside, and it opens up to a garden with the view of the sea.

 

The Fortress (Fortica) 

For history buffs booking flights to Hvar, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the depth and beauty of the Fortress (Fortica). Built in the 16th century, it is set above Hvar Town. It was once a medieval castle, but was redone by the Venetians. Now, you can wander the dark hallways and old rooms and even a spooky downstairs dungeon.

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