Once upon a time Bol was a settlement of wine-growers, fishermen and sailmen, and today it is primarily a tourist settlement. People are direct and original. This popular Brac settlement has a developed network of modern hotels and diverse accommodation in private houses, apartments and camps.
In regard to catering-oriented activities, there are several clubs, a surfboarding school, a sailing and diving school, a large tennis centre, various sports courts, fitness center and many other facilities.
Bol is the favorite destination for excursion boats and yachtsmen, and has a special berth in port for yachts. As an attractive tourist destination, Bol promotes its recognizable cultural identity and peculiarities which delight the visitors.
Wider area of Bol is a space with large recreational capacity, with unique cultural-historical, monumental and folklore elements and an original combination of "continental" and maritime ambient.
Small Murvica , with vineyards and beautiful beaches is a true idyll of Bol. It is known for its desert monuments' remains, especially for Zmajeva spilja (Dragon's cave), a miniature church within the cave with caved reliefs and religious characters.
Blaca , under the steep cliff within Brac' roadless region is impressive for its monumental and harmonious structure in which recluses placed stylish furniture, piano, valuable paintings, library, collection of antique weapons and antique clocks, a telescope. The monastery has existed continuously for four centuries, and today it is a unique cultural monument of human effort and human endurance which as an ethnologic exhibit is motivational for modern life.
Gornji Humac and Pražnica are settlements situated in the upper part of the island. They are popular visiting sites for their specific atmosphere, island specialties and other interesting points. When staying at Bol, you should definitely visit Vidova gora and also visit and experience the entire island which during summer creates atmosphere of life's enjoyment and indulgence. |
Little has changed in terms of economy since the Croatians arrived to the island until the 15th century, when Boljani descended to the coast. It was only then that the fishing started and in general people become more sea oriented.
In addition, agriculture was expanding at the account of cattle-breeding. Agriculture, sailing and fishing became the main sources of existence. It was only at the beginning of the 20th century, especially its second half, that the traditional occupations were abandoned and replaced by tourism.
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Come to Bol and play tennis!
Available to you are quality tennis courts, tennis equipment, friendly staff and top tennis schools. n 1984, Tennis center "Potocine" in Bol had 12 tennis courts. Today this truly beautiful tennis center consists of over 20 tennis clay courts surrounded by pine trees. Many exciting finals were played on the central tennis court. And it is the very tennis tournaments that made Bol well-known, such as numerous state, regional and global championships, FED CUP...
Today Bol has become a favorite destination for surfers from various parts of Europe and the world. The sea channel between the islands of Brac and Hvar and the wind that blows there provide ideal conditions for windsurfing.
For all surfers and those looking to become ones, four surfing centers are available in Bol.
But diving will make for the best memories. Guides will take you diving to many attractive underwater localities, and if you do not have your own equipment, you can rent it.
Scuba diving courses are organized as well.
So the only thing you have to do is come to Bol and enjoy being by the sea, over the sea and under the sea... |
