ROAM ON BRAC
Incredible sands of Brac
GOLDEN HORN
For many, this is what defines Brac and really showcases its true beauty. Also known as the Golden Horn, this beach in Bol is often highlighted as one of the best beaches in Europe. For anyone who has already done some reading on the area, there’s little doubt that you will already have seen this magnificent coastline. Stretching into the Adriatic, it’s a characteristic feature of the Brac Island that cannot be ignored.
"Selfie" Vidova Gora
Vidova gora is the highest peak on the island of Brač, Croatia, and also the highest peak on all Adriatic islands. It is situated above the village of Bol. A perfect place to hike with Grand Amazing views.
THE WHITE STONE
The settlement of Pucisca is at the middle, northern point of Brac and is famous for its stonework. The white stone that this town was built upon creates a beautiful sight with exquisite architectural works that caught the eye of many leaders, inspiring them to make their own palaces from this stone. Diocletian’s Palace in Split, Sibenik Cathedral, Parliament houses in Vienna and Budapest and even The White House in Washington all have features of Brac stone. The school of stonemasonry in Pucisca has been open since 1909 and takes on around 100 students each year to learn the stonemason craft. Visitors to the school can see the talented students work and see where and how it is created.
STALK Ivan Rendic
The most famous sculptor from an island famed for the quality of its stone, Ivan Rendić spent his earliest and his last years in Supetar, failing to gain support for his ambitious cultural initiatives and dying in penury. In between, Rendić gained valuable experience in Italy and created many public works in Zagreb, Split and across Croatia. In recent years, Supetar has reevaluated the impact made by its prodigal son and established a themed cultural walk, ‘One Day with Rendić’. Leading from the main beach, another Rendić proposal, the trail takes in the oldest parts of town, including his family home and gallery. Supetar cemetery is another main stop featuring several Rendić works. A map of the tour is distributed at Supetar Tourist Office by the ferry port.
Uncover Murvica dragon
Though close to the crowds of Bol, the tiny hamlet of Murvica offers splendid isolation. Even today, its official population barely numbers two football teams. In the 15th century, monks and hermits made their homes in the karst caves here, away from marauding Turks, eking out a meagre living and spending the rest of the time in prayer. In one hollow, an unknown artist among them created the lifelike shape of a dragon, giving the rock its name of the Dragon’s Cavern – Drakonjina špilja. Other shapes also appear, humans, birds and the moon, causing debate whether their creators were pagan, Christian or a mixture of both.
