Omis is a town of contrasts, both natural and historical. It was founded and grew on the steep rocky slopes of the Omis Dinara mountain, surrounded by the river Cetina in the north-west, and the sea in the south and south-east. Omiš has grown at the foot of these cliffs, beneath the Fortica castle which was built high above on the mountain. Due to permanent threats from the inland, as well as from the sea, the existing castle “Fortica”, with a military crew in it, and supporting tower “Visec” in the canyon of the river Cetina, were not enough for the town’s defense. So in the Middle Ages, Omis was encircled by walls, fortified with strongholds on the eastern, land side, and the fortress “Mirabella” was erected on the north-western side. This medieval town was named Olmissium, Almyssium, and later, under Venetian’s rule Almissa.
Governed by the dramatic canyon overlooking the town, the location of Omiš and its surroundings ensure a perfect getaway for individuals seeking rock-climbing and canyoning adventures in combination with a relaxed, sun-soaked holiday.
Various natural cliffs in the canyon ensure perfect rock-climbing conditions for all ranks of climbers – Easier rocks for the beginners, to the massive cliffs for the most experienced rock climbers, whilst always being surrounded by the natural beauty of the canyon of Omiš.