Jelsa on the Island of Hvar

Jelsa is situated on the central part of the island ofwhen swimming and sunbathing in the bays. The
Hvar. The heart of the island is surrounded with pinebeaches are sandy, gravelly and rocky. There are
trees and beautiful beaches. Jelsa is surrounded withplenty of nudist beaches in the area of Jelsa because
two peaks: on the west is Saint Nikola and on the eastthere are many hidden bays. The light breeze will
is Hum. The south of Jelsa is surrounded with hillsrefresh you while sunbathing on the beach. You will
called Vrh, Samotorac and Gozd and on the north,find lots of shade on the beaches during the hot days.
there is Burkovo hill. Burkovo is protecting Jelsa fromJelsa has many cultural and historical monuments. The
the northern wind. Jelsa is surrounded with olivemost known are The old town of Jelsa (Civitas Vetus
groves, vineyards and Mediterranean plants.Ielsae), St. Mary's Church, Our Lady of Health Church,
It is the important tourist centre with rich tourist offer.The Church of St. Roko, The Church of St. Mihovil,
The place is known for its quality wines - Jelsa winesLapidary (collection of stone monuments), Perivoj
are one of the best wines in Croatia. Mediterranean(Public Garden), Croatian Renaissance Square (Pjaca)
climate with warm summers and mild winters andand St. Ivan's Square.
plenty of sunshine encourages the development ofPerivoj is magnificent public garden. It is one of the
viticulture.most beautiful and largest gardens in Dalmatia. It is
In restaurants and taverns you can try top qualityornamented with Mediterranean herbs.
wines. Jelsa is famous for its gastronomic offer ofPjaca is the main square which is located in the centre
seafood which you can try in any restaurant on theof Jelsa. Brook Slatina is located on the west side of
island of Hvar.the square. Natural spring water is flowing from the
Jelsa has an indented coast with associated islands,brook. The spring water is used by local people since
bays and capes. The island guests enjoy in privacythe ancient days.