Vis

VIS is the main settlement and the island’s ferry port on the eastern part of the northern coast of the Island of Vis. The Island has a turbulent and rich history. Its cultural treasure, part of the permanent exhibition of the Archeological Museum in Split, bears witness to this.

The Ruins of the old town on a slope south of its present location, two necropolises from ancient times, ruins of a Roman theater on Prirova Peninsula, Gariboldi Renaissance Palace, Marin Gazarovic summer residence, parish church from 1500 and 16th century Sv. Ciprijan church are part of the rich island cultural and historical heritage.

Vis is also known for its natural beauties, having the most unspoiled nature. The area has sandy and pebble beaches (Parja, Rogacic, Mala Svitnja and Vela Svitnja), crystal clear sea, as well as vineyards in the inland and on the way to Komiza. Grapes for the production of autochthonous wines such as Viska vugava, Plavac and white wines are grown in these vineyards.

The economy is based on agriculture, wine growing and production, fishing and tourism. Vis offers excellent accommodation in hotels and apartments. It is ideal for a quiet holiday, but it also the right destination for sports and recreation lovers, who can participate in basketball, tennis and diving since the surrounding clear waters are rich in fish.

Summer events and traditional music events in July and August are part of the cultural and entertainment offer.

It has typical Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild and wet winters. The average temperature in January is 9°C and 26°C in July.

The island is connected to the mainland by ferry lines to Split.