It is situated in a sheltered bay at the foot of the Hum hill (587 m) and is considered one of the smallest towns in the country, with approximately 1,260 inhabitants.
It is known for its long fishing tradition, the traditional wooden boat gajeta falkuša, narrow alleys, stone houses, and an authentic Mediterranean atmosphere.
Important sights include the Venetian castle (now the Fisheries Museum), the Benedictine Monastery of St. Nicholas, and the Church of Gospa Gusarica.
Komiža is one of the warmest places on the Adriatic Sea and a departure point to the Blue Grotto on the neighboring islet of Biševo.
The economy is based on fishing, viticulture (especially Vugava), and tourism.
Vis was a military zone until the late 1980s, which meant the island remained relatively unspoiled.
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