Ivan Dolac, Coastal settlement on Hvar Island, Croatia.
Ivan Dolac is a coastal settlement on the southern edge of Hvar Island, positioned between Zavala and Sveta Nedjelja with views toward Šćedro islet and Korčula Island. The village spreads along the shoreline with residential buildings, a local shop, and several beaches accessible for swimming.
The settlement emerged in the 15th century under the name Taja, which referred to the rolling landscape of the area. By the late 1700s, it had developed and became connected to the neighboring Svirče.
The Church of St. Mary stands at the heart of the settlement and displays a plaque from 1901 marking the protection of local vineyards from diseases that devastated other Dalmatian regions. Wine production remains central to how people live and work in this coastal village today.
Access to the settlement comes through the Pitve-Zavala tunnel, which connects the village to the rest of the island and reduces travel time significantly. Visitors can find accommodation in private apartments and a small shop for basic supplies and everyday items.
This location sits in one of Croatia's sunniest regions, and locals take full advantage with vineyards planted on steep hillsides. The Mali Plavac wine produced here benefits from these exceptional growing conditions and stands out among regional wines.
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