Živogošće, Coastal settlement in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia.
Živogošće is a settlement on the Croatian Dalmatian coast that extends along six kilometers of Mediterranean shoreline divided into three distinct areas. Porat, Mala Duba, and Blato each have pebble beaches and provide different experiences for visitors exploring this part of the Makarska Riviera.
A Latin inscription carved into rock near a water source dates to 474 CE and marks the ancient presence of people in this coastal area. This evidence suggests the site has supported settlement since late Roman times.
The Franciscan monastery serves as a center for religious life and houses collections of books and artwork that reflect centuries of learning and devotion in this community. These institutions reveal how faith has shaped daily life along this stretch of coast.
Several beaches in this area have certified water quality and are easily accessible to visitors. Accommodation options scattered throughout the three sections provide good bases for exploring the wider Makarska Riviera region.
Natural freshwater springs emerge near the sea in this location, which inspired the settlement's name itself. These springs continue to supply drinking water to residents and visitors today.
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