Peter Hektorovic Fortress

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Tvrdalj Castle, which was the summer residence of the 16th century poet Petar Hektorovich, is a fascinating combination of intimate residence and castle, wrapped in a beautiful Renaissance building. The space was to serve as a peaceful place for all beings. Tvrdalj Castle was once the poet's summer residence from the 16th century by Petar Hektorovich, who would stay in his palace in the warmer months and enjoy the cold breeze from the sea.As an artist he found inspiration around the Old Town, and his poetry about fishermen and the local country made him legendary.

Although art was his passion, the focus shifted to the war when the island of Hvar was attacked by the Ottoman Turks. He decided to fortify his house and turn it into a castle so that the locals could use it as a shelter.

When you visit it today, you will find an interesting combination of these two elements, wrapped in a beautiful renaissance building.

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№4 of 49 places in Island of Hvar
№15 of 2178 places in Croatia
№1 of 1 Historic buildings in Island of Hvar
№4 of 177 Historic buildings in Croatia

Place Location

Priko b.b, 21460, Stari Grad

Reviews

4.7

(15 reviews)

Estelle

17/10/2021

The arcitectural design of this place was amazing. It has a fish pond. I enjoyed sittin beside it and watching fish

Tim

15/10/2021

The place has some rich history and with beautiful architectural buildings that are ontop of water and we loved the fish spots and fish pools.

Jordy

06/10/2021

Built in the 15th century by the famous poet, this fortress or castle just stands out. His great work can be seen within its structure. He built it as his residence but later turned it to a castle where people sought shelter during the war. This fortress is quite lovely. It was very nice seeing all the historic collection.

Elisabeth

25/09/2021

I was awed by the building structure utilized in this location. The renaissance stylistic style was very evident with beautiful spaces. I will visit the location again

Clement

21/09/2021

Peter Hektorovich fortress is fascinating. It is a combination of the castle and twin residence. It merges with the beautiful Renaissance building. A great fortress I visited.