Hvar, Hvar, Croatia (part 1)

After lunch we took a water taxi into Hvar on Hvar island as our boat wasn’t docking until later.

The town of Hvar has a long history as a center for trade and culture in the Adriatic. Part of the Venetian Empire during the 13th to 18th centuries, it was an important naval base with a fortress above. Brad and I enjoyed a lovely walk around town, deciding not to walk up to the fort overlooking the city.

The welcome to Hvar sign did give us a giggle with the pictures of what not to do if you don’t want to get fined.Read more