Omis Fortresses

Fortress Mirabella (Peovica)

Mirabella, Romanesque fortress built in XII. century above the town. Mirabella or Peovica was a reliable hideout for the Omis pirates who used to retreat into the safety of the Cetina gorge. It is possible to see whole town of Omis from Mirabella. There are interesting story about Mirabella. In 1537 during an attack by the Turks, the defenders of Omis confused the attackers with their shouting and shots so much that the Turks overstimated the number of defenders and fled. A favourably chosen position on the tower will multiply any sound with echo, which will be aided by the river, making it impossible to locate the source of the sound. Mirabella can be reached by climbing up the stairs from Subic Street and passing by the small church if the Holy Spirit. The trip takes approximately 15 minutes.

Fortress Starigrad (Fortica)
Situated at the top of the of the hill, from where you can enjoy the magnificent view. You can see islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta, as well as Middle Poljica and the mouth of Cetina River. It can be reached climbing uphill for about 20 minutes (step mountain path). First it serve like a shelter, but in case town was souranded by enemies plan was to throw big rocks from tower down on town and enemies. In that case the enemies will be destroyed but also the town of Omis. So we have to be proud and thank the Lord that that didn't happened, because if it did happened today Omis probably will be forgotten.

Omis Riviera

Omis Riviera is one of the most beautiful parts of Croatia's Adratic Coast. Situated in the heart of Dalmatia, Omis Riviera is the perfect place to escape the daily routine and enjoy the sandy and pebble beaches, the rich vegetation, the fresh air and crystal blue sea. This is the ideal sport to discover the true Mediterranean spirit.

Omis Riviera:

• Duce
• Stanici
• Ruskamen
• Lokva Rogoznica
• Medici
• Mimice
• Marusici
• Pisak

Duce, is one of twenty villages in Poljica, the area at the foot of the Mosor mountainous chain. It belonged in the past to the famous Poljica Republic ruled by the Grand Duke according to the decrees of the Poljica Statue. It is situated near Omis with beautiful 3km long sandy beach cold Copacabana. It is 2km away from the mouth of the Cetina River and the river canyon takes you in the hinterland discovering a famous tourist resort Radmanove Mlinice and the river Mala and Velika Gubavica falls. You can find accommodation in private apartments and in camps.


Stanici, nice, quiet place with sandy and pebble beaches with shallow waters, ideal for children's play. This place is ideal for a peaceful family vacation. The most popular beaches are Tice, Zavode, Rape and Vela Luka. It is situated 5km south of the town of Omis and 40km south of the Split. Beautiful landscape: numerous beaches which you can rich only by walking, Biokovo Mountain, Cetina River canyon. You can find accommodation in a hotel and private apartments.





Ruskamen, village of Lokva Rogoznica situated 7km southeast of Omis. It has far- stretching pebble beaches. It is connected to the city by a regular daily bus line. There you can find modern tourist complex surrounded by ancient pine forest and a beautiful 600meter long pebble beach. On a prominent location there is a villa built in citadel-style, formerly the property of the Draskovic family.



Lokva Rogoznica, situated 10km south from Omis. There are pebble and partly sandy beaches, ideal for children. Besides crystal clear water and splendid beaches, Lokva Rogoznica offers plenty of shade in bays surrounded by pine trees. This small place is ideal for a family holiday. The "Fisherman's Evenings" are one of the most popular mainfestations here, and they are kept in August every year.



Medici, small place situated in the hearth of Omis Riviera. It is peaceful and ideal for family holiday. Beautiful pebble beaches and hospitality of local people always brings you back to this quit little village. Accommodation you can find in private houses and apartments. It is also popular for famous restaurants located by the sea.








Mimice,village and small harbour 11km south of Omis. It is situated on both sides of Adriatic Highway. It is pearl of Omis Riviera and it has long tourism tradition. Chief occupation are farming, fishing and of course tourism. In the vicinity of Mimice are several nice coves with beaches. It is also famous for beautiful boarding houses.




Marusici, beautiful quiet place situated 15km south of the town of Omis. There are sandy and pebble beaches ideal for children's play, sunbath at leisure. There you can visit ancient olive plantation and vineyards. Spending your summer holiday in Marusici means you will be able to benefit from the numerous Marusici attractions.
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Pisak, the largest settlement of Omis Riviera, situated few km south of Omis. It is authentic Mediterranean paradise, with long touristy tradition. Pisak lies in a bay and has sandy,pebble and rocky beaches. There are many things you can enjoy on your summer holiday in Pisak, like diving, sailing and surfing, also you can rent a boat. You will definitely enjoy the restaurants of the are, which offer Mediterranean specialties. And if you are in Pisak, make sure to visit Vrulje springs.

Omis- a small piece of paradise

Croatia is country of exceptional beauty and with a rich cultural heritage. In this amazing part of the world, a small town of Omis stands as a symbol of perfection, courage and strenght. The exact location of Omis is where the river Cetina meets Adriatic Sea.

Historic names for Omis: Onaion, Holm, Nestos, Onemu, Olmisi, Olmissium, Almivssium, Almissa.

Omis was born as a Roman settlement; afterwards, it was ruled by Croatian Princes and it even was under Venetian rule in the year of 1444. This city is the perfect place to start the exploration of Dalamtia, the extraordinary islands situated nearby, its proud history and natural beauties.

The town-port of Omis was well known in the past because of the pirates, who built powerful ships (Sagittas) for attack and fast return into the mouth of Cetina River. Today, while you wander the narrow streets of Omis you still get the feeling that a pirate might appear every time you turn around the corner.

A beautiful Renaissance palace (HOUSE OF A HAPPY MAN) stands as one of the main attractions of the city, famous for the inscription on the lintel: "GRATIAS AGO TIBI DOMINE QUIA FUI IN HOC MUNDO" ("Thanks be to Thee o Lord, that I have lived on this Earth").

Evidence of proud and turbulent Omis history can be found on every corner of the city. The most important building in Omis is St. Peter's Church, built in the 10Th century, in 18th century it was used as Glagolithic seminary for novice priests.It is situated on the right bank of the Cetina River in the Priko neighborhood. Omis is a city full of history and the traveler cannot
stop to wonder how is it that some of fortifications (Southern town gate, a fortress and a tower) are still there.

Omis have 8 churches;

1. Church of Sv. Mihovil ( St. Michael )
2. Church of Sv. Duh ( Holy Ghost )
3. Church of Sv. Petar ( St. Peter )
4. Church of Sv. Rok ( St. Roch )
5. Church of Sv. Luka ( St. Luke )
6. Church of Sv. Marije ( St. Mary )
7. Curch of Sv. Stjepan ( St. Stephen )
8. Franciscan Monastery with Curch of Gospe od Kramela ( of our Lady of Mt. Carmel )

-and also remains of Ivan church ( St. Johns) in Borak

(the main street in Omis, street named " Fosal " leads from southern gate toward the Cetina River, on the main square you can sea parish church from 17th century( St. Michael ) with nice portal from 1621. and beautiful bell tower, also there are two paintings by the Matteo Ingoli, famous painter from Ravenna in Italy, and a Gothic wooden cross from 15Th century.
Close to the church is local museum where you can find archaeological, cultural, historical, ethnographic exhibits from the region of Omis and nearby Poljica Principality ( Poljicki Constitution ), at the end of the main street in old part of the town is Church of Holy Spirit from 16Th century, in that Church we have Renaissance wooden altar with amazing painting of Holy Spirit by Venetian painter J. Palma the Younger, next to the Church is clock tower and stairway to the upper part of the town.
Along River Cetina there is Radman family house with stone fragments from ancient times, Gothic and Renaissance, also historical artefact's).