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Overview

Stari Grad, on Hvar鈥檚 north coast, is a quieter, more cultured and altogether more sober affair than Hvar Town, its stylish and sybaritic sister. If you鈥檙e not after pulsating nightlife and thousands of people crushing each other along the streets in the high season, head here and enjoy Hvar at a more leisurely pace. That said, you can easily see all of the little town's sights in half a day.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Tvrdalj

    Tvrdalj

    Stari Grad

    This fortified house was built by aristocrat and writer Petar Hektorovi膰 (1487鈥�1572) in the 16th century. At its heart is a lovely, lush Renaissance鈥�

  • Dominican Monastery of St Peter the Martyr

    Dominican Monastery of St Peter the Martyr

    Stari Grad

    Founded in 1482, this monastery was damaged by the Turks in 1571 and later fortified with a tower. Palms, orange trees, hydrangeas and lavender bloom in鈥�

  • St Stephen's Church

    St Stephen's Church

    Stari Grad

    Built in 1605, this large church has a baroque facade and water-damaged paintwork inside in shades of pale green, blue and grey. Note the faux-marble鈥�

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