BAŠKA VODA, a town and harbour on the Makarska littoral, 9.5 km northwest of Makarska; population 1,609. Economy is based on farming, fishing and tourism. Chief crops include olives, vines, sour cherries and figs. Forests and pebble beaches favoured an intensive development of tourism. The sea depth along the pier in the harbour reaches 7-11 m. Baška Voda is located on the main road, so-called Adriatic Highway (M2, E65) Split - Dubrovnik

Baška Voda used to be a fishermen's, farmers' and merchants' settlement. Today it is a modern tourist centre, offering clear sea, beautiful beaches with pine woods, high quality hotels and excellent restaurants. Fresh air from Biokovo Mountain adds to the charm of this region.

Today, apart from the sea and the sun, bathing and pleasant walks, historical monuments and a museum, Baška Voda offers attractive cultural and entertainment programs. Very interesting are religious feasts - especially the Good Friday procession (which proceeds through all villages in the municipality, 15 km), St. Nicholas' Day (patron of Baška Voda, 6th of December). The festival of harmony-singing groups of the Makarska littoral is held on St. Lawrence's Day (10th of August).

Visitor opportunities include various sports and recreational activities (tennis, football, handball, table tennis, miniature golf, fishing, hiking, etc.). Entertainment opportunities in the evening and night hours include various programs in bars, discotheques and on summer terraces. A number of restaurants and inns offer local specialities. Attractive excursions are also organized.