Hvar is a beautiful Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea, located off the Dalmatian coast. The island is spread out from west to east to around 80 km.
Hvar is separated from the island of Brač by the Hvar Channel (Hvarski kanal), from Vis by the Vis Channel, from Korčula by the Korčula Channel, from Pelješac by the Neretva Channel, while the east cape of the island is located just three nautical miles away from the mainland.
People of Hvar mostly live from fishing and tourism. One of the typical economic activities is also cultivation of lavender, used for aromatic oils and soaps. Hvar is often called "island of lavender". Hvar is also one of two most famous winemaking zones in Croatia. Hills of the southern side of the island are famous for its red wines produced from the sort Plavac Mali. Central plain between Strari Grad and Jelsa is famous for its white wines. Hvar has a very mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful beaches and Mediterranean vegetation that attracts tourists.