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Worldwide Travel Te Travel Guide 19


THE HVAR MAGNETISM


Hvar’s magnetism and vibe is so strong, you won’t be able to hold back. It is the sunniest island with the most wonderful sunsets, has idyllic traditional lifestyle, delicious food, a long history of winemaking which dates back to the Greek settlers, an extraordinary natural and historical heritage.


Once you try it, the essence of life will be discovered.


Tease your senses with six UNESCO sites Hvar is the only European island with six inscriptions on the UNESCO list. Some of them are tangible other intangible but all of them can awake your senses. Taste Te Mediterranean diet, see the lace made from agave threads, discover your spiritual awareness joining Maundy Tursday procession Za Krizen (‘Following the cross’). Touch dry-stone walls, hear klapa singing, smell the fragrances of Stari Grad plain, widely regarded as the best-preserved system of agricul- tural plots built by the Greeks in the entire Mediterranean. In 2023, Hvar celebrates its 10th anni- versary as one of eight communities


representing Mediterranean diet on the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. Te Mediterranean diet has many virtues and it’s a symbol of healthy lifestyle but here it involves a set of skills, knowledge, rituals, symbols and traditions concerning crops, harvesting, fishing, conservation, processing, cooking, and particularly the sharing and consumption of food. And it’s not all about what we eat and drink but the way we do it. Te concept of farm-to-table gastronomy and the slow food movement can be experienced at a tavern such as Stori Komin in the village of Malo Grablje, Konoba Zbondini in Velo Grablje, or Lambik in Milna — all famed for their delicious food. Rustic konoba are


places where homemade local speci- alities are served, especially based on seafood or grilled fish. Te flagship dish of the island is gregada, a stew made of fish, potatoes, onions, garlic, parsley and olive oil.


The historic alleys of the town of Hvar Te town of Hvar is one of the main attractions of the epony- mous island. A maze of streets and alleys steeped in history where the camera is essential and where every corner is an Instagrammable place. Mediterranean atmosphere guar- anteed. Te historic centre reveals monuments with Venetian charm: Loggia, the Arsenal building,


St


Stephen Cathedral, the largest square in Dalmatia, which is always vibrant by the terraces of chic bars and restau- rants. After enjoying the seafront at sunset, you can reach the historic theatre, the oldest public theatre in Europe, established in 1612. (just 13 years after London’s Globe Teatre opened) or discover the fingerprint story of Hvar born dactyloscopy grandfather Ivan Vucetic. Culture is in full swing in Hvar town.


Indulge in many outdoor activities Te natural setting offered by the island of Hvar is conducive to the practice of a multitude of outdoor activities. Starting with cycling, as the roads run through beautiful rolling countryside and Mediterranean vege- tation. Nature also consists of large, rocky and vertiginous walls. Tey attract a large number of climbing enthusiasts, who test their agility as much as they enjoy breathtaking sea views. Te Adriatic Sea is a play- ground for lovers of watersports, with the options to boat, kayak, standup paddle or simply swim with a mask and a snorkel all available.


An experienced host Hospitality is part of Hvar DNA, and this year celebrates 155 years of organized tourism. Be aware that Hvar is constantly


nominated and selected in the inter- national media for being in the pres- tigious club of the best and most beautiful island in the world. Recently, Hvar was nominated in


several categories from the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2023: best island in Europe, best city in


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Europe for Hvar and best hotel in Croatia for the Suncani Hvar Hotels, hotel Adriana. Wanderlust and Condé Nast Traveler magazines


rank it


respectively in the top 10 of the most beautiful islands in the world and in the list of the best islands in Europe. #feelhvar #lovehvar #visithvar


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