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mosphere and crystal clear waters along the coast of its two
cities, Vis and Komiža (88). This is partly due to the isolation
of the island up until 1991 and partly because of its role as
a military base at the time of communist Yugoslavia, when
access was forbidden to foreigners.
Authenticity is particularly significant for Komiža, in the
south of the island (89 & 92), whose centre is dominated by
the picturesque tower Grimaldi (86). The most important
church in Komiža, the church of St. Nicholas, rises above
the city (85), where it offers magnificent views towards the
open sea and the most remote Adriatic islands; Biševo, St.
Andrew and Palagruža. There is an even more beautiful view
from the churches above Komiža (90). The sea surrounding
Komiža has always been rich in fish, which is why the town
is known as one of the main fishing centres of the Adriatic.
There is a special fishing museum (91) in the town, and its
seafood restaurants are noted for their special atmosphere
(87).
The town of Vis on the northern side of the island is located
in a large quiet bay and is a favourite docking site for sailors
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