Split, Trogir and Omiš riviera
Omiš
Omis is a town known for its tempestuous history. It had been ruled by pirates who, thanks to is geographical position, governed the Adriatic sea. Venice fought fiercely to conquer it, but their resistance was such that even Pope ordered a war against them in 1444. Still, Omis pirates were not overpowered although the Turks, who were the major conquerors at the time. Where also threatening them from inland. Omis was protected by high walls although the best preserved monument of the time is a church of San Peter, built is 10th century.
Geographically, Omis is situated 20 km form Split, in a magnificent canyon of river Cetina. In summer, numerous tourists come because of its sandy beaches, but also because of the river Cetina were different activities like cannoning and rafting take place. Canyoning is a very popular sport which includes walking, climbing the rocks, swimming in the river and jumping, while rafting includes coming down the river in a rubber dinghy with the assistance of an instructor. There is a possibility of taking riding classes in Sinj where traditionally Sinjska Alka takes place every year in August. It is a competition of horseback riders in honor of the victory over Turks.
