Brac is the third largest island in the and easily reached from Split. Brač is an island covered with pine trees, vineyards and olive groves. The world famous stone from Brač has been used in the construction of many important buildings (e.g. The White House in Washington DC). The beautiful beach Zlatni Rat is located in Bol, which is the biggest draw of Brac vacations on the south-side of the island. It is a pebbly beach, the tip of which points east or west depending on the wind and waves. The region receives thousands of tourists every year and has developed a huge lodging infrastructure with several accommodation options such as Brac vacation rentals, hotels and vacation homes.