Baška is the most famous tourist destination on the island Krk, the largest island in Croatia. Baška is located in the valley rounded by vineyards and olive yards. It is easy to access it by the road, as bridge connects Krk with the coast.
Total population of Baška is 1554, but it is crowded with tourists during the summer months.
An average sea temperature during the summer is 25 degrees Celsius. You can enjoy the sea in Baska from May until October for swimming. Baška has about 2500 sunny hours per year, and winters are with minimum rain.
Tourists can stay in one of many hotels in Baška, or have a choice to stay in numerous private apartments. The ones, who love camping, will find camps in Baška. There is also one nudist camp. There are many beaches, but one is special. It is 1800 meters long, and sandy, one of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic Sea. Apartments, rooms and villas in private accommodation are categorized till 3 stars. Gastronomic offer in Baška is something what you must try in one of many restaurants which can be found there. It's a special pleasure to sit just by the sea, and try all that delicious food in some fine restaurant. If you like active holidays, you have the possibility to play many sports in Baška too.
This tourist destination also has very rich history. It has to be mentioned that in Baska was found Baščanska ploca, (Baška tablet) first written evidence of literacy in Croatia. Also you can see Franciscan monastery, old core of the town or many other very interesting sights from the past.
