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BISEVO, an island in the south Dalmatian
archipelago, southwest of the island of Vis; area
5.84 sq km; population 14 (Bisevo village). The
hilly island, of limestone formation, reaches 140 m
in its south-eastern part (Strazenica). The coast is
characterized by a number of caves, the largest of
them being Medvidina and Modra Spilja (Blue Cave).
Many tourists visit the island to see the famous
Blue Cave.
The Bisevo harbour, well protected from the bora and
the sirocco, has a small pier for fishing boats. The
Mezuporat Cove is protected only from waves from the
south. The sea depth along the pier is 2 m.
The island of Bisevo is a favorite destination of
excursionists from Vis but also from other Dalmatian
islands. The island has several caves, the most
famous being the Blue Cave in the Balun Cove. It
resembles the cave on Capri, Italy, but is much more
attractive and luxuriant. It has been accessible
since 1884 and can be reached only by boat. On a
sunny day, when the sea is calm, especially at
noontime, sunbeams penetrate through an underwater
opening into the Blue Cave, reflect from the sea
bottom and illuminate the cave with blue and the
items in the sea with silver color.
Apart from a unique experience in the Blue Cave,
Bisevo also offers bathing opportunities in one of
the coves and excellent fish. The coastal area is
extremely rich in fish. |
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