Zaostrog

Zaostrog (300 inhabitants) is a town and port, located 33 km from Makarska and 16 km from Ploce. It consists of an older part below the Mt. Biokovo and the new settlements on the coast. Chief occupation is farming, fishing and tourism.
The name Zaostrog was first mentioned in 1494. The most important monument is the Franciscan monastery which was built in the 16th and was completed in 17th century. Today, in the interior of the monastery are kept many historical and artistic items. Crystal clear sea, the whiteness of sandy beaches, green pine forests and olive groves, quality accommodations, domestic food and atmosphere of the old town under the hill are reasons why Zaostrog is attractive to tourists.