Croatia - Brac |
Brac Island is the largest Island in Dalmatia at approximately 394 square kilometers,
Brac is the 3rd largest in the Adriatic Sea. Brac Island is
well known for its agricultural products including figs, nectarines,
olive oil, olives and naturally wine.
Brac claims to be one of the sunniest Adriatic islands, with the most
sunny days per year of any Island.
Island of Brac is probably best know for its famous white Brac stone,
Brac stone has been used for many building worldwide, the most famous is
the White House in Washington D.C. |
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Bobovisce on the Island of Brac
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| Bobovisce is located on the west side of Island of Brac
approximately 1km from the sea, there are daily ferries between
Bobovisce and Split and Makarska, the best beach for swimming is only a
short walk to the bay of Bobovisce. Bobovisce has a year round
population of 60, most of which live off the land and fishing. If you
ideal holiday location is a little away from the hustle and bustle, Bobovisce
has some great private accommodation. The harbor is ideal for small boats,
there your boat will be safe from any choppy seas. |
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Bol on the Island of Brac
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Bol is a fantastic summer retreat located on the southern
side of the Island of Brac, Not far from Bol is arguably of the the best
beach on the Adriatic, Zlatni
rat, Zlatni Rat beach is paradise for all lovers of water sports,
including windsurfing and diving.. Bol has some 600 meters of
magnificent sandy beaches, ideal location for the entire family.
Gornji Humac is a great place to visit for those of
you who are interested in historic rural
architecture.
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Milna on the Island of Brac
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Milna is a popular tourist destination it is located 20 km
south west of Supetar. Milna bay has a marina
with 200 berths, its a safe an quite bay.
Milna was settlement in the
16th century after a fortress and
church was built, during the 17th century Milna was the administrative
center of the Island, thus you will find a lot of beautiful paintings in Milna. Milna is
best known for its sand and pebble beaches, just to name a few :- Lucice, Maslinova Osibova Pasikova
and Vlaska these beaches are ideal for families with small children. There is
no shortage of sports which can be played basketball, boccia, football (soccer),
table tennis and volleyball, |
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Mirca on the Island of Brac
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| Mirca is 5km from Supetar, its a small town in the center of the island,
Mirca has been inhabited since the early 16th century most of the
inhabitants cultivate fruit
and grapevines. Mirca has numerous sandy beaches
and shallow waters, it is surrounded with pine trees, providing
shade during the hot summers, if you have a young family, Mirca is for
you. |
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Nerezisca on the Island of Brac
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| Nerezisca is located 10 km south of Supetar. Nerezisca has has
magnificent old architecture which dates back to the 1000 A.D. If
you are after an interesting place to stay that isn't on the water, Nerezisca
is the place, it offers great sightseeing, great food and
wine and amazing landscapes. |
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Postira on the Island of Brac
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Postira is a popular destination on the northern coast of the Island of Brac, Postira
in the 14th century was originally a fishing settlement, there are some
fantastic old buildings. Postira offers a large variety of
local home grown food and wines, making the local eateries a treat.
Accommodation can be found in the local hotels and private apartments,
its a great place ideal for a quiet family
holiday. lots of sports are on offer, including boccia, basketball and tennis
and numerous water sports, equipment is available for rent in Postira.
Like the other locations on the Island o Brac, Postira ha son offer a
number of small inlets with
pebbly beaches with pine trees for shade making it another family holiday
favorite. Don't mist the annual summer festival. |
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Povlja on the Island of Brac
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| Povlja is 10 km east of Sumartin, Povlja is a town and bay its
residents like most on the island live off wine, olives, fishing and
tourism. Several ancient archeological sites have been discovered
containing medieval artifacts. Povlja is surrounded
by a number of bays all have different
beaches, sandy, pebbly and rocky. |
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Praznica on the Island of Brac
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| Praznica is a small medieval town located near the town of Pucisca.
It is a delight staying in some of the local apartments amongst the
ancient medieval buildings, it is a unique and picturesque town. |
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Pucisca on the Island of Brac
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Pucisca is located on the northern coast of the island of Brac, Pucisca
is both a town and a harbor. Pucisca is best know for is stone carving traditions,
while stone from the quarries are carved to make status, headstones and even
major building like the White House in
Washington (USA).
Pucisca is popular tourist destination due to its beautiful bays and
beaches, you can stay in one of the many private apartments and and hotels. |
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Splitska on the Island of Brac
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| Splitska is only 7 km from Supetar, it is a harbor side town located
on the northern coast of the Island of Brac, agriculture, wine and olive growing
is the local historical trade, tourism is quickly overtaking the
historical trades as tourists flock to the beautiful beaches
in Splitska. |
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Supetar on the Island of Brac
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Supetar can be found on the northern side of the Island of Brac,
Supetar is by far one of the most famous tourist town on the Island of Brac.
Supetar offers history, great accommodation and a huge variety sports and recreation
programs. Its a must go destination!!
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Sutivan on the Island of Brac
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| Sutivan is only 7 km west of Supetar, Sutivan history
dates back to the 15th
century, there are still a number of features that can be seen from those
times including ancient renaissance houses and baroque residences, there
is more to Sutivan than just history, it also has great pebble and sand
beaches Sutivan offers great home grown food and wines in some of
its many konobas. |
