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Stari Grad

Stari Grad - the oldest town on Hvar Island

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"Fantazam" Gallery/Studio in Stari Grad

Written by Majda L.L. Moškatelo on Monday, 02 January 2012. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Culture

Fantastic Creatures in a Fantastic Gallery

Stari Grad has a vibrant artistic scene, with several galleries tucked away in the back streets of its stunning old town. An introduction to the unique work of Zoran Tadic by Majda L.L. Moškatelo

Rental of the Week: Apartment Rino in Stari Grad

on Monday, 02 January 2012. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Property, Rental Offers

Cheap, clean and central in Stari Grad's old town

Rental of the Week: Apartment Rino in Stari Grad

Looking for a cheap, but comfortable authentic stone experience in the old town of Stari Grad? Look no further than Apartment Rino where three people can stay for as little as 35 euro a night.

A look into the life of a TV repair man on Hvar Island

Written by Beatrix Roux on Sunday, 01 January 2012. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News

Island Living

A look into the life of a TV repair man on Hvar Island

A delightful snapshot of the realities of daily life in Stari Grad for a foreigner trying to deal with the basics, in this case fixing the television. Many thanks to Beatrix Roux from Stari Grad via South Africa for this post.

Rental of the Week: Vila Oliva in Stari Grad

on Wednesday, 21 December 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Rental Offers

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Rental of the Week: Vila Oliva in Stari Grad

Where to stay in Stari Grad?  If you are looking for a little space, pleasant views, close proximity to the beach, town and ferry, look no further than the delightful Vila Oliva in Borici.

What Exactly is the UNESCO Stari Grad Plain, Ager or Hora?

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 12 December 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Tourism

An introduction to Hvar's biggest tourist attraction

What Exactly is the UNESCO Stari Grad Plain, Ager or Hora?

Hvar's largest tourist attraction, and also its most internationally recognised, is one of its least visited or understood.  Introducing the Stari Grad Plain to the layman (incuding a GREAT video explanation).

Official Documents: The Public Notary in Stari Grad

Written by Vivian Grisogono on Friday, 09 December 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, General

How to stamp official documents on Hvar

Official Documents: The Public Notary in Stari Grad

If you have any official business at all on Hvar, from registering a property purchase to obtaining a police report in the event of a crash, the chances are you will need to pay a visit to that delightful institution, the Public Notary.  A step-by-step guide. 

Agro-Tourism Training in Stari Grad

Written by Paul Bradbury on Saturday, 03 December 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Events, Island News, Tourism

Excellent free course on offer

Agro-Tourism Training in Stari Grad

Anyone interested in the agro-tourism sector on Hvar is invited to join a free training programme in Stari Grad, covering various aspects of this growth sector.

A Stari Grad Meeting Point: Pizzeria Marko

Written by Beatrix Roux on Sunday, 27 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News

Stari Grad living Part 2

A Stari Grad Meeting Point: Pizzeria Marko

The second part of South African Beatrix Roux's experiences of Stari Grad.  The importance of one of Stari Grad's most social meeting points: Pizzeria Marko.

Photo Blog: Stari Grad at Night

Written by Paul Bradbury on Thursday, 24 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News

Stari Grad at night by Vedran Janic

Photo Blog: Stari Grad at Night

Take a wander round the streets of Stari Grad after dark, and enjoy some of the island's most atmospheric streets, one of which is captured here by Vedran Janic.

More Awards for Boris Buratovic's Hvar Honey

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 22 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Food and Drink

Top prize in Split for Buratovic's rosemary honey

More Awards for Boris Buratovic's Hvar Honey
Congratulations once again to Boris Buratovic from Stari Grad for yet another award for his rosemary honey, one of a number of excellent natural products to try on Hvar.

Where Did Stari Grad's Tourists Come From in 2011?

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 22 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Tourism

The Top 10 Visiting Nations to Stari Grad

Where Did Stari Grad's Tourists Come From in 2011?

The Regional Tourist Board has kindly shared their official statistics with Total Hvar for the first ten months of the year. In the first of a six-part series, we look at who came to Stari Grad in 2011.

Photo Blog: Remembering Vukovar

Written by Paul Bradbury on Saturday, 19 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Culture, Hvar Town, Towns

Hvar remembers Vukovar anniversary

Photo Blog: Remembering Vukovar

The 20th anniversary of the fall of Vukovar is commemorated all over Croatia.

A "Boere" Family in Croatia

Written by Beatrix Roux on Thursday, 17 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News

Stari Grad living for three months

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Many thanks to Beatrix Roux from South Africa for this account of her arrival on Hvar and three months living in Stari Grad.  Beatrix is now the proud owner of a holiday home in the old town.  

What IS that bare hill on the road from Stari Grad to Jelsa?

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 16 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Environment

Modern agriculture versus traditional methods

What IS that bare hill on the road from Stari Grad to Jelsa?
A barren hilltop has appeared on Hvar's green island on the road from Jelsa to Stari Grad.

In Stari Grad? 25 Walks to Enjoy!

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 15 November 2011. Posted in Stari Grad, Island News, Tourism

Superb book with useful walking routes from Stari Grad

In Stari Grad? 25 Walks to Enjoy!

Going to Stari Grad and fond of walking?  There is only one book you need.