Blaca, Hermitage monastery in Nerežišća, Croatia
The limestone buildings of Blaca Hermitage emerge from the rocky southern slopes of Brač Island, connected by narrow pathways and stone staircases.
Founded in 1551 by Dominican monks fleeing Turkish attacks, the monastery expanded over centuries to become a significant economic entity on Brač Island.
The monastery houses a collection of astronomical instruments, a printing press, extensive archives, and a library containing materials from various historical periods.
Visitors need to arrange guided tours in advance and prepare for a 45-minute walk along steep terrain to reach this remote monastery.
The hermitage includes an astronomical observatory where Don Nikola Miličević studied celestial bodies, leading to two asteroids being named after the site.
Location: Nerežišća
Inception: 1551
GPS coordinates: 43.29306,16.52944
Latest update: May 14, 2025 22:30
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