An hour ferry ride from Split is the island of Hvar. There are several towns on the island although the namesake village is the most developed. A short walk from the pier leads to a large square with a church at the far end. The Hvar village follows a similar pattern as the other Croatian Old Towns - narrow boutique lined walkways lead to cafe decked squares. It's impossible to resist the lure of a comfortable chair and ordering an espresso or cappuccino.
Hvar village ascends steeply uphill with a fortress along the top ridge. There seemed to be a few local residents although the island seems to cater to day trippers and overnight visitors. There are a few beaches although with a full day it seems that there are a few other islands and inland hikes that could occupy time between coffee breaks.
Prices are noticeably cheaper than Dubrovnik and the signature dish, Octopus Salad, is better than any meal I had earlier in the trip. The last ferry left at 7:45 and starting to grow wearing of tourist driven Old Towns I was prepared to return to Split.
Hvar village ascends steeply uphill with a fortress along the top ridge. There seemed to be a few local residents although the island seems to cater to day trippers and overnight visitors. There are a few beaches although with a full day it seems that there are a few other islands and inland hikes that could occupy time between coffee breaks.
Prices are noticeably cheaper than Dubrovnik and the signature dish, Octopus Salad, is better than any meal I had earlier in the trip. The last ferry left at 7:45 and starting to grow wearing of tourist driven Old Towns I was prepared to return to Split.
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