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1. Blaca Hermitage
Religious Building/Site/ShrineBuilt into a cliff face overlooking the sea by Glagolitic monks fleeing Ottoman invaders in the 16th century, the Blaca Hermitage is one of...
Built into a cliff face overlooking the sea by Glagolitic monks fleeing Ottoman invaders in the 16th century, the Blaca Hermitage is one of Brač's most serene sights. From the bay below the complex, it's a 2-km (1-mile) hike uphill and well off the beaten path as it's only reachable by foot. The hike is well worth the experience to understand the sacrifice the monks made in constructing the site without modern amenities. You can also arrive by car from Nerežišća over Vidova Gora to Dragovoda and then walk about 30 minutes up to the monastery (either way, don your hiking shoes). The monks who built the hermitage also grew rich vineyards and lush olive groves, despite the wild and arid landscape. Inside, visitors can see a fine collection of period furniture including a piano and telescope which belonged to Father Nikola Miličević (1887-1963), Blaca's last hermit and an avid astronomer. In its heyday, the hermitage had a printing press, a school, and an observatory. There are no longer any monks living there; today, it functions as a museum, where a guided tour is well worth the expense.
Pustinja Blaca, Brac, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, Croatia091-516–4671Sight Details
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2. Branislav Dešković Art Gallery
Museum/GalleryIn a fine Baroque building on the seafront, the Branislav Dešković Art Gallery displays over 300 paintings and sculptures by big-name 20th-century...
In a fine Baroque building on the seafront, the Branislav Dešković Art Gallery displays over 300 paintings and sculptures by big-name 20th-century Croatian artists who were inspired by the sea and landscapes of Dalmatia. The gallery was named after Brač-born sculptor Branislav Dešković (1883-1939), whose works are on display along with those of Ivan Meštović, Ivan Rendić, and more.
Bolskih Pomoraca 7, Bol, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, Croatia021-635–270Sight Details
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3. Dominican Monastery
Religious Building/Site/ShrineWith its beautiful gardens overlooking the sea, the Dominican Monastery on the western edge of Bol was founded in 1475. The monastery church...
With its beautiful gardens overlooking the sea, the Dominican Monastery on the western edge of Bol was founded in 1475. The monastery church is home to a valuable 16th-century painting by Jacopo Tintoretto, and the small on-site museum displays ancient Greek coins and amphorae found on the nearby islands of Hvar and Vis. In addition to maintaining the museum and church, the Dominican Monastery's priests actively study and carry out the Dominican mission throughout Croatia and Europe.
Anđelka Rabadana 4, Bol, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21420, Croatia021-778–000 -
4. Island of Brač Museum, Škrip
Museum/GalleryThis is the island's regional museum and, as such, it's located within the oldest settlement on the island, called Škrip. "Škrip" come from...
This is the island's regional museum and, as such, it's located within the oldest settlement on the island, called Škrip. "Škrip" come from the Latin scrupus, referring to large, sharp stones. The area was inhabited by the ancient Illyrians around 1400 BC and later a Roman community. Today at the museum you'll find artifacts from both of these eras, and much more.
Škrip, Pjaca 15, Brac, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21410, Croatia091-637–0920 -
5. Sutivan Nature Park
City ParkAfter spending a few days swimming and lying on the beach, Sutivan Nature Park is a great place to make an afternoon picnic with kids. There...
After spending a few days swimming and lying on the beach, Sutivan Nature Park is a great place to make an afternoon picnic with kids. There is a small animal park that shelters a wide variety of domestic animals including ducks, pigs, goats, turtles, peacocks, parrots, and cows. There are even donkeys and horses available for riding with a professional guide. The park is located about 3 km (2 miles) from Sutivan toward Mlin and has a large playground, a barbecue area, and a botanical garden with a fountain, as well as an amphitheater for performances and events. The restaurant only serves drinks, but meals can be prepared if you make a reservation ahead of time.
Park Prirode Sutivan, Krtine bb, Sutivan, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, Croatia098-133–7345 -
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6. Vidova Gora
MountainThe village of Bol is backed by the highest peak on all the Croatian islands, Vidova Gora. From here, at a height of 2,552 feet above sea level...
The village of Bol is backed by the highest peak on all the Croatian islands, Vidova Gora. From here, at a height of 2,552 feet above sea level, the Adriatic Sea and the islands of Hvar and Vis spread out before you like a map. It's possible to reach the top following a clearly marked footpath from Bol, but be sure to wear good hiking boots, take plenty of water, and expect to walk at least two and a half hours to reach the summit. Alternatively, rent a mountain bike from Big Blue and cycle up—note that you need to be pretty fit to face the challenge. If you have a headlamp and are relatively fit, wake early and hike up before sunrise, or go in the late afternoon and watch the sun set from Croatia's highest island peak.
4 km (2½ miles) north of the town center, Bol, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21420, Croatia
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