Split. This unusually named (to the average English speaker) coastal town in Croatia, is a literal paradise for travellers who want to enjoy real European history, brilliant pieces of architecture and cool, clear waters at beautiful beaches. Any Split trip planning website would be incomplete if it did not include-
This is without a doubt one of the most impressive and historically significant sites in all of Croatia and is a top priority on this vacation guide. The palace was built during the 4th century AD by the Roman Emperor Diocletian and now stands as the city center here. It also makes up a great chunk of the old town as more structures were built all around it. This part of the town is an absolute delight to walk through and serves as a portal back to the times of the ancient Romans.
This 178m tall hill is a unique piece of the landscape in Split, entirely covered with pine forest and surrounded by the rest of the city. A trip to the Marjan hill is sure to provide some brilliant photo ops and even from within the city, the hill look absolutely stunning. The hill extends down and into the sea with brilliant beaches all along its edges. The hill also sports jogging trails (Best enjoyed in the morning hours) and the city zoo. The hill also offers views of the nearby landscapes such as Brac Island and Mosor hill.
This famous art museum in Split is well worth the trip for any art enthusiast. The museum houses the works of 20th century Sculptor Ivan Mestrovic and is the perfect spot to spend the first half of your day (Note: The museum closes at 3 pm on Sundays and 4pm on all other days.). The structure was formerly a villa owned by Ivan Mestrovic which he had purchased with the intent of turning it into a summer home.
Despite not actually being a part of Split, the Croatian Islands of Brac and Hvar are historically significant spots that are definitely worth adding to the journey guide. A day can be spent ferrying between the islands, soaking up the rich culture and enjoying the many beaches that both these places have to offer.
This historical landmark, locally known as Saint Dujan, is a catholic cathedral in the heart of the town of split. When in the town of Split it is almost necessary to visit this stunning architectural marvel which was formally the seat of Archdiocese. The architecture of this building is classic Ancient Roman and is also the burial spot of Roger of Torre Maggiore and Diocletian.
This unique museum is the only one in Croatia presenting the artifacts of the town and countries history. The artifacts housed here include some from as far back as the 7th century AD and is a great place to spend a long day of walking and casual observation of the rich history of the town during your Croatian vacation. The museum also houses some very unique early medieval wicker and clay figurines and old Latin epigraphs which can rarely be found in any other part of the world. Jewelry, ancient weapons and old every day tools are also part of this massive collection. The museum has been moved around from the town of Knin where it was founded in 1893 to several other locations before finally being placed in the Split museum complex in 1976.
Diocletian’s Palace
This is without a doubt one of the most impressive and historically significant sites in all of Croatia and is a top priority on this vacation guide. The palace was built during the 4th century AD by the Roman Emperor Diocletian and now stands as the city center here. It also makes up a great chunk of the old town as more structures were built all around it. This part of the town is an absolute delight to walk through and serves as a portal back to the times of the ancient Romans.
Marjan Hill
This 178m tall hill is a unique piece of the landscape in Split, entirely covered with pine forest and surrounded by the rest of the city. A trip to the Marjan hill is sure to provide some brilliant photo ops and even from within the city, the hill look absolutely stunning. The hill extends down and into the sea with brilliant beaches all along its edges. The hill also sports jogging trails (Best enjoyed in the morning hours) and the city zoo. The hill also offers views of the nearby landscapes such as Brac Island and Mosor hill.
Ivan Mestrovic Gallery
This famous art museum in Split is well worth the trip for any art enthusiast. The museum houses the works of 20th century Sculptor Ivan Mestrovic and is the perfect spot to spend the first half of your day (Note: The museum closes at 3 pm on Sundays and 4pm on all other days.). The structure was formerly a villa owned by Ivan Mestrovic which he had purchased with the intent of turning it into a summer home.
Islands just off the Coast
Despite not actually being a part of Split, the Croatian Islands of Brac and Hvar are historically significant spots that are definitely worth adding to the journey guide. A day can be spent ferrying between the islands, soaking up the rich culture and enjoying the many beaches that both these places have to offer.
Cathedral of Saint Dominus
This historical landmark, locally known as Saint Dujan, is a catholic cathedral in the heart of the town of split. When in the town of Split it is almost necessary to visit this stunning architectural marvel which was formally the seat of Archdiocese. The architecture of this building is classic Ancient Roman and is also the burial spot of Roger of Torre Maggiore and Diocletian.
Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments
This unique museum is the only one in Croatia presenting the artifacts of the town and countries history. The artifacts housed here include some from as far back as the 7th century AD and is a great place to spend a long day of walking and casual observation of the rich history of the town during your Croatian vacation. The museum also houses some very unique early medieval wicker and clay figurines and old Latin epigraphs which can rarely be found in any other part of the world. Jewelry, ancient weapons and old every day tools are also part of this massive collection. The museum has been moved around from the town of Knin where it was founded in 1893 to several other locations before finally being placed in the Split museum complex in 1976.
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