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Vis, Vis is an island in the mid-Dalmatian archipelago, spreading across a surface of 90.3 square kilometers. It is exposed to both northwestern and southeastern winds. There are no water springs on the island, so a reservoir was built in Korita. Vine is mainly grown in the fertile valleys of red soil. The leading insular settlements are Vis and Komiža, connected via roadway and shipping lines. Apart from vine growing, vegetable growing and fishing also form the economic basis of the island, while tourism is rapidly gaining in importance. The wide Komiža Bay is on the western coast of the island, while the southern coast consist of a series of smaller coves. Some of the well-known coves are Stiniva, Ploce, Ruda, Travna vela and Travna mala. The small islands of Ravnik, Greben, Parzanj and Budihovac spread along the southeastern coast of the island. The island has been inhabited since Neolithic. In the Middle Ages, it was first in the hands of Byzant and then of Croatia. For centuries, the island had been administratively connected to Hvar. After the fall of Venice, it was reined by Austria, France and England. After the Italian occupation (1918-20), it was returned to Croatia. Find the best deal, compare prices and read what other travelers have to say about hotels in Vis Komiza, on the central Dalmatian island of Vis, connected to the mainland by daily ferry lines Split-Vis, is situated in a bay on the western coast of the island of Vis at the foot of 600 m high mount Hum. Komiza is popular with tourists because of its splendid beaches. The eastern coast of the bay of Komiza is mostly dotted with pebble beaches (Gusarica, Nova posta, Velo zalo and others), while there are also some sandy beaches. The inhabitants grow grapes and fruit on the fertile fields in the interior, while the island is primarily known for carob and its wines. Due to its distance from the mainland, the waters surrounding Vis are rich in fish, shellfish and mollusks, therefore the island's traditional cuisine is based on seafood. Outdoor enthusiasts can play boccia, basketball, volleyball, handball and soccer, or go diving, surfing and sailing. To those looking for cultural events, we recommend the Komiza Summer Festival when songs by traditional men's choirs can be heard throughout Komiza.
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