Makarska is located in a naturally protected harbor , which is closed to the southeast and northwest . City expands towards the mountain Biokovo (1762 m ) , which has an important task of protecting the continental climate, it has a rich vegetation , long hot summers and mild winters . Annually there are approximately 2750 hours of sunshine , the air temperature is 20 degrees , while the blue sea from June to October has a temperature that is higher than 20 degrees . The town of Makarska encompasses towns of Veliko Brdo and Makarska , the important fact is that October 24 is celebrated as the day of the town of Makarska . City council and the mayor are the main competent authorities of the area . According to the last census Makarska had a population of 13,894 inhabitants, and during the summer months Makarska are visiting a large number of tourists , even more than 15,000. Makarska was mentioned in the distant prehistoric times , before the appearance of the letters . The most famous ...found object was the stone blade from Čurila which dates from the early Stone Age and which belonged to the culture of Mousterians . It is said that the blade was made by Neanderthal man. It is worth to mention Bubnjavača , a place where people have lived in the early Stone Age (Neolithic) . During this period began the production of earthenware , which was decorated in various ways , such as impressing the edges of shells and other sharp objects before baking . It is believed that Bubnjevaća has been inhabited since the copper age (Eneolithic) . This early Bronze Age is known for the making of metal objects . Bubnjevaća is actually a cave which was located above the sanctuary Vepric. Plateau of Sv. Petar was inhabited since the middle of the 3rd millennium BC, which is actually the beginning of the historic process of the present town . Makarska was inhabited in antiquity , where in the middle of second century BC, many rulers clashed , and the Illyrian state Ardiaei collapses . It comes to trading with the Greeks , where they sold and bought luxury pottery from the Hellenistic period . In Roman times Makarska was called Muccurum , and was the largest center of this part of the coast . People were mostly Christians , and the establishment of the diocese in Salona in 533. shows its peak. On the peninsula of St. Petar were found the remains of the old church and the ancient fortress , which become the gathering place of many wars . The collapse of Makarska 548 years because of the Goths is considered as the end of Antiquity. In the 7th century Makarska was called Mucru and in the 10th century Mocron. Mocron translates as a renewed city or fortress. It was fortified at the end of the 15th century when it came under Ottomans. 1568th builder Hajrudin has built the fort. But the Venetians collapsed these walls in 1646th year. Then the city was set on fire . The Venetians ruled in Makarska for a long time ( about 23 years) , but only some smaller towers and cultural facilities were preserved. 1703rd year, many bishops thought that this city has neither walls nor fortifications . But in 1647th year Venetians have built a defensive wall at Sveti Petar , so that the meaning of the bishop does not coincide with the events that occurred in the 17th century . During the Cyprus war , which lasted only three years , especially was damaged the Franciscan monastery and church of Gospa . In the new century town square becomes a mirror of growth of Makarska , a city fountain that dates back to the 1755th year has the oldest coat of arms of Makarska . Known is the Church of Sv Ivana dating back to the 1854th year, which was built on the ruins of the church from 1584 to 1612 . year . On its facade of the Latin - Bosnian cyrillic inscription , which is the earliest evidence of work on the Croatian language in this area . In the 20th century comes to major architectural achievements , we will particularly highlight the Franciscan Church of the 1938th year . Many monuments were built in honor of the famous and deserving people like the French Marshal Marmunta in 1808th year . 1890th year on the Makarska square rises a monument to the poet and writer Andrija Kacic Miosic . Also known is monument of the first Croatian President doctor Franjo Tudjman who was made by M. Salaj in 2004th. In Makarska is located a town gallery of A. Gojaka , city library , city museum and the branch of Matica hrvatska and other institutions . 1909. has been established the shrine of Gospe Lurdske in Vetrinac, and it eventually became the most famous destination for pilgrims. Makarska Franciscans founded 1963rd malakoški Museum. 1999th J. Biffel created a mosaic of Christ with Croatian saints in the middle of the new church of the Franciscans . For Makarska is the most important tourism industry . Makarska has, due to its location and historical significance become a cultural center of the Makarska Riviera. The city itself has many tasks that involve arranging settlements , spatial planning , social care , primary education , fire and civil protection and consumer protection . This is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations of Croatia which is extremely attractive for its natural beauty , kind host and rich tourist offer . The beaches are of sand , gravel, and the beauty of the sea attracts tourists which return each year . At the present time Makarska has tourism and catering, economic, cultural and infrastructural part that tourists often praised , and many of the rich rewards and recognition for this city are extremely appreciative . Makarska offers many types of accommodation for foreign and local tourists . Everyone can find what suits him , from family homes , luxury hotels, villas , guest houses and apartments . The private accommodation offers about 10,000 beds and hotels are offering around 2,500 beds. Tourist workers are every year trying to improve tourist services , especially for the accommodation. Tourist board of the city on a daily basis is promoting Makarska in other European countries and in the world. Most famous is the London fair where Makarska emphasizes its natural beauty , clean water and a pleasant environment