It is one of the towns in Croatia that impresses with its landscapes, architecture, and incredibly delicious national dishes. Once here, you can forget about all your problems and just relax. Omish is a city where no family member will be bored.
Where to stay in Omish
Omis is a small town wonderfully located near the Cetina River, which flows into the sea. It is protected by high mountains that stop a large flow of wind. Since ancient times, this settlement was considered home to pirates who often robbed ships or neighboring towns. History says that this city was once called Oneon and was known back in the heyday of Rome. In the 7th century, the Slavs came to these territories. Omish was also at the center of a conflict between two powerful empires: Ottoman and Venetian. Since 1797, the town has been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and now it is a jewel of independent Croatia.
What to see in Omis
Like most cities in Croatia, Omis has two parts – old and new. Some of the monuments have an incredible history, but over the years they began to deteriorate. Now, two architectural buildings are considered the pearls of the city.
It is a monument from the time when the city was ruled by pirates. It is located in a rather inaccessible place, at the very top of the mountain. The ascents to it are steep and strewn with small stones, which makes the road much more difficult. Once upon a time, pirates, having plundered neighboring towns, would return here by river and gather all their loot in one place. For years, they were considered unruly. In the 16th century, people from the settlement began to complain, and the Crusaders from the Venetian Republic were able to calm the robbers down. It is from this place that you can take incredible panoramic photos of Omis. Unfortunately, this tour is quite difficult, so the elderly and children are not recommended to visit it.
The second symbol of the city is also associated with pirates. The fortress is located on one of the cliffs above the city and offers a fascinating view. The climb to this architectural landmark is not difficult, and the tower offers a view for several kilometers in different directions.
Beaches worth visiting
One of the reasons for vacationing in Omis is the variety of beaches. Here you can find beaches with sand or pebbles, or wild beaches with lots of vegetation. Each of them has its advantages and disadvantages. The beaches of Nemira and Duce are ideal for families with children. Due to the large number of trees, a cozy shadow is created here. The coast is quite gentle and very clean.
The big advantage of these beaches is sand, not pebbles in the sea. There is another sandy beach a little outside the city – Lokva Rogoznitsa. All of them have a wide range of cafes, water activities, etc. on their territory. There is also the Ruskamen beach. It is popular among yachting enthusiasts or those who like water sports, diving, and surfing. Ruskamen has one of the oldest nudist beaches in the country. Other beaches worth visiting are Stanychi, Chelina, Mimice, and Marušići. All of them are located along the coast and fascinate with their diversity.
Entertainment
Most of the entertainment in Omiska is related to the sea. Almost every beach offers a variety of equipment for water sports, diving or surfing. For those who like extreme sports, there are interesting offers: rock climbing or cycling.