Tvrdalj Castle, Stari Grad
Tvrdalj Petra Hektorovića
A fortified residence in the old town of Stari Grad, belonging to the Renaissance poet Hektorović. Its courtyard fishpond and carved stone inscriptions are unique.
Tvrdalj is a fortified residence built from 1520 by Petar Hektorović, a Croatian Renaissance poet. It is best known for the poet's "fishpond garden". In the centre of the courtyard lies a fishpond connected to the sea, and the arcade walls around it are carved with Latin and Croatian sayings that reflect the poet's belief in living in harmony with nature. The dovecote and garden are also well preserved. Entry costs about 3 to 5 euros. It stands in the old town by the harbour of Stari Grad and can be combined with the town's Dominican monastery, which holds a painting by Tintoretto, and with a walk across the ancient plain.
Opening hours
About May–Oct, 10:00–13:00, 17:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Sveti Nikola Peak
- Stari Grad & Stari Grad Plain
- Sveta Nedjelja
- Hvar Lavender Fields (Velo Grablje)
- Dubovica Beach
- Vrboska
- Malo Grablje
- Jelsa