Sacral heritage

Za Križen – Spiritual Event

The ‘Za Križen’ Procession

What the unique, historical ‘Za Križen’ Procession means to the people who take part.

Exquisite artwork in Vrboska’s Parish Church

St. Lawrence’s Church, Vrboska

St. Lawrence’s Church is Vrboska’s parish church. It is ornately decorated with original artworks, with more fascinating pieces held in its Treasury

St. Mary of Mercy, Vrboska

Vrboska’s Fortified Church of St. Mary of Mercy

The most imposing building in the idyllic little town of Vrboska is the dominant fortified Church of St. Mary of Mercy

Archaeological site

Gradina, Jelsa

The headland close to Jelsa’s cemetery is a little known historical site where the imagination can run free re-inventing the past!

St. Luke’s Chapel

The delightful tiny Chapel of St. Luke, an oasis of isolated peace

The Church of Our Lady of Health

Jelsa’s Church of Our Lady of Health

The 16th century Church of Our Lady of Health stands on a hill above Jelsa, and is dedicated to the protection of mariners.

St. Rocco’s Chapel

St. Rocco’s Chapel, Jelsa

St. Rocco’s Chapel on the outskirts of Jelsa is a charming reminder of the importance of votive chapels to believers.

St. John’s Chapel

St. John’s Chapel, Jelsa

This delightful little Jelsan chapel stands in a tiny square which is the scene of many cultural events (concerts, poetry readings, playlets) during the summer season.

The Fortified Church of St. Mary’s Assumption

Jelsa’s Fortified Church of St. Mary’s Assumption

Jelsa’s parish church is right at the heart of the little town, with the quiet, pedestrianized ‘Cross-Bearers’ Square’ in front.