STARI GRAD
Stari Grad (Pharos) was founded in 384 BC when the ancient Greeks were sailing to the island of Pharos and entering the Stari Grad bay. The turbulent history has left behind many attractions which tourists can visit in the museums or see it during walk in the old town.
Square and parish church of St. Stephen were the most important public spaces of the Pharos. In the past, the square was place where all social and economic activities took place, but due to the relocation of the daily activities and tourists on the Waterfront, the square became an oasis of silence and contemplation. Stari Grad is adorned with Tvrdalj Petar Hektorović. Renaissance poet was building this monument his whole life. In addition to its architectural beauty, Tvrdalj is attractive because of the artistic treasure that is hiding.
Except for its rich architecture, Stari Grad attracts many tourists due to varied gastronomic offer – Mediterranean specialties, high-quality Hvar wines, sweet lavender and many other native delicacies. Numerous sports – cycling, sightseeing, surfing, diving, climbing on Purkin Kuk hill from which you can see the whole UNESCO Stari Grad and varied nightlife, make it one of the most visited tourist destinations in Croatia
