Culture and Heritage of Hvar

Hvar has a long history of culture, starting with ancient Greeks who brought grapevines to the island. Next, Venetians built most of the still visible renaissance architecture and gave us some of the earliest Croatian poetry and drama. Tourism came to the island as early as17th century, with the Habsburg rule. The natural beauty paired with a lot of effort in putting together festivals and contemporary art exhibitions made the island attractive year-round. Enjoy local crafts, music, and theatre, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the island.