BASKA, a town and port on the south-eastern coast of the island of Krk, located in the northern part of Baska Draga; population 816. Fertile tracts of land in the Baska Draga valley, through which runs the Suha Ricina (Big Dry River) or Vela Rika (Big River), have enabled farming (wheat), fishing, viniculture, as well as making and selling of wine, which in turn, has given rise to maritime and shipbuilding industries.

Next to the old, compact part of the town, a new part with tourist facilities has been built, making Baska a well-known tourist destination. The main road (M2) connects Baska to the town of Krk (19 km). Together with good connection with the mainland (the bridge), ferry lines connect Baska with the island of Rab and with Senj. Excursions by sea and land,numerous entertainment opportunities and sports and recreational programs (tennis, golf, football, submarine sports, yachting).

Along the 4-km long promenade (Lungomare) are catering establishments offering a variety of dishes and drinks; all of this is sheltered by the idyllic aspect of an old Mediterranean town. The atmosphere of the traditional public feast is offered through carnival parades (in January and February). Numerous cultural and entertainment programs take place in the summer, the most festive being the traditional Fishermen's Day, abounding with fun and gastronomic specialities, with participation of almost all the domestic and foreign visitors. There are 14 marked tourist trails in the surroundings of Baska (to Stara Baska, Jurandvor, etc.).