Biševo

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In the immediate vicinity of the island of Vis, just a few miles from the small fishing town of Komiža, you will find a little slice of heaven of the kind that only exists in the Adriatic, part of the Vis Archipelago UNESCO Global Geopark. Although Biševo is a very small island, considering its surface area of around 6 square kilometres, the island’s immense beauty is incredibly easy to fall in love with.

Just like the island’s Latin-based name L’ísola dei busi suggests, Biševo is an island of caves whose wondrous formations and alluring air of mystery are sure to knock you off your feet.

Biševo’s Blue Grotto, a veritable work of art where the sun and the sea splash the canvas with awe-inspiring scenes in vibrant colours, numbers among some of the most famous natural monuments of the Adriatic and certainly among the most beloved tourist attractions.

The specific light effects created by the refraction and reflection of sunlight off the sea floor are especially impressive, forming a surreal blue light that fills the inside of the cave.

Through Medvidina špilja (Monk Seal Cave), Biševo’s big heart will expand your horizons. The cave was named after the Mediterranean monk seal, the rarest seal species, known locally as morski čovik, meaning ‘sea man’, which used to call this cave home.

If you are looking to offset the day of exploration with some fun and relaxation at the beach, a visit to the nearby beaches of Mezoporat, Porat, and Salbunara should do the trick. And after nightfall, turn your gaze upwards and be amazed at the dark, star-lit sky over Biševo. It is an image that will make an indelible impression on you and stay engraved in your memory for years to come.