DESTINATION GUIDE
DESTINATION GUIDE
DESTINATION GUIDE: SPLIT COASTAL AREA
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SPLIT – The city of Split has been sang by many local poets and singers as ‘the most beautiful city in the world’ and that is also the opinion of most local people. This claim finds a point of reference in fact that even Roman emperor Diocletian decided to build his palace on the very spot that later became the strict center of today’s city of Split. This, more than 1700 years old Palace still stands in all its glory as an ‘open museum’ presenting a blend of ancient monuments and modern bustling urban life. Imagine yourself sipping a glass of wine in local cafe sitting on the very stairs that emperor Diocletian once stepped and looking at 3500-year-old sphinx (one of many more that once decorated the Palace) and 16th century bell tower, while enjoying the sounds of music performed by live band. The importance of Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian was recognized by UNESCO, putting it on the World Heritage List in 1979.
TROGIR – This best preserved European Romanesque Gothic historic town situated on small island connected to mainland and Čiovo island by bridges, has been under the UNESCO protection since 1979. Being called the town-museum it guaranties unforgettable experience. Who would not like to get lost walking through its narrow streets surrounded by palaces and churches, and then suddenly find yourself standing in front of St. Lawrence Cathedral admiring unique masterpiece - master Radovan’s portal. Finding your way thought Trogir orthogonal street plan which dates back to Hellenistic period will make you feel like you are traveling through time.
KAŠTELA – Situated between Split, Solin and Trogir seven citadels stretch over 17 km long coast forming the town of Kaštela with a total population of 38.000 residents. Nowadays Kaštela are popular tourist destination because of vicinity of top spots such as Split, Trogir and Salona, and the fact that coastal promenade abounds with beaches. Even in old times Split and Trogir nobles found this place a perfect spot to build their fortified mansions from which some stand even now.
OMIŠ– At the mouth of river Cetina beneath massive gorges that resemble to the Gate to inland stands proudly town of OmiÅ¡. Its nearly 15.000 citizens are proud of towns medieval pirate history. Two fortresses from that time, Mirabela and Fortica, are vivid reminder of agility, shrewdness and courage of the knights that ruled navigation in BraÄ Channel thanks to their fast paddle Sagittae ships. Nowadays, a scent of excitement can be found in adrenalin activities such as zip lining, rafting or kayaking down the Cetina’s river canyon.
MAKARSKA – Beneath Nature Park Biokovo, 60 kilometers southeast from Split, town Makarska takes central place of Makarska Riviera – 60 kilometers (37 miles) long line of 15 coastal settlements beneath Biokovo mountain range.
SPLIT COASTAL AREA
SPLIT – The city of Split has been sang by many local poets and singers as ‘the most beautiful city in the world’ and that is also the opinion of most local people. This claim finds a point of reference in fact that even Roman emperor Diocletian decided to build his palace on the very spot that later became the strict center of today’s city of Split. This, more than 1700 years old Palace still stands in all its glory as an ‘open museum’ presenting a blend of ancient monuments and modern bustling urban life. Imagine yourself sipping a glass of wine in local cafe sitting on the very stairs that emperor Diocletian once stepped and looking at 3500-year-old sphinx (one of many more that once decorated the Palace) and 16th century bell tower, while enjoying the sounds of music performed by live band. The importance of Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian was recognized by UNESCO, putting it on the World Heritage List in 1979.This Croatian second largest city with about 180.000 inhabitants is the largest town on our Adriatic coast. Beside its historical importance it is also administrative, cultural and transport center of Dalmatia. It is our busiest port providing an international airport and ferry connections to nearby islands, our Adriatic coast and Italy and Greece. Because of its transit significance Split is on ‘must see’ list of most travelers, and it is up to you to decide how much time will you devote on exploring this unique Mediterranean city.
TROGIR – This best preserved European Romanesque Gothic historic town situated on small island connected to mainland and Čiovo island by bridges, has been under the UNESCO protection since 1979. Being called the town-museum it guaranties unforgettable experience. Who would not like to get lost walking through its narrow streets surrounded by palaces and churches, and then suddenly find yourself standing in front of St. Lawrence Cathedral admiring unique masterpiece - master Radovan’s portal. Finding your way thought Trogir orthogonal street plan which dates back to Hellenistic period will make you feel like you are traveling through time.Approaching this treasure island from the sea the first thing you’ll see is Fortress Kamerlengo – imposing Venetian construction which is just a hint of what you’ll see inside Trogir’s walls. Let yourself to be dazzled with the town, taste some of Mediterranean specialties in one of many local cafes and restaurants, get to know the way of life in this town inhabited by 13.000 people. Be the one that will bring home the words of praise on this exquisite place.
KAŠTELA – Situated between Split, Solin and Trogir seven citadels stretch over 17 km long coast forming the town of Kaštela with a total population of 38.000 residents. Nowadays Kaštela are popular tourist destination because of vicinity of top spots such as Split, Trogir and Salona, and the fact that coastal promenade abounds with beaches. Even in old times Split and Trogir nobles found this place a perfect spot to build their fortified mansions from which some stand even now. Entire bay of Kaštla is positioned beneath mountain Kozjak (highest peak Veli vrj 779 meters above Kaštel Gomilica). Once the most important for its agricultural and olive and grapes growing, today Kaštla area is defined by industrial zone on the beginning of the town and an airport on the end of the town. The ones in good condition could take a long walk through all seven Kaštela: Sućurac, Gomilica, Kambelovac, Lukšić, Stari, Novi, Štafilić or climb Mali Kozjak and soak spectacular views over Split islands.
OMIŠ– At the mouth of river Cetina beneath massive gorges that resemble to the Gate to inland stands proudly town of OmiÅ¡. Its nearly 15.000 citizens are proud of towns medieval pirate history. Two fortresses from that time, Mirabela and Fortica, are vivid reminder of agility, shrewdness and courage of the knights that ruled navigation in BraÄ Channel thanks to their fast paddle Sagittae ships. Nowadays, a scent of excitement can be found in adrenalin activities such as zip lining, rafting or kayaking down the Cetina’s river canyon.A walk thought its picturesque alleys enables you to perceive some of gothic, renaissance and baroque churches and buildings. In case you are visiting OmiÅ¡ at the time of Festival of Dalamtian Klapa, Pirate nights or Cultural Summer you will experience the true Mediterranean spirt.
MAKARSKA – Beneath Nature Park Biokovo, 60 kilometers southeast from Split, town Makarska takes central place of Makarska Riviera – 60 kilometers (37 miles) long line of 15 coastal settlements beneath Biokovo mountain range.Thanks to natural protection of the mountain this area is characterized by typical Mediterranean climate that is meritorious for tourism development. Town of Makarska has memorable 2 kilometers long beach and numerous cafes and restaurant, that surpasses the needs of local 13.800 residents, and just wait for your refreshment. The old part of town with stone-paved streets, St. Mark’s Cathedral square and Franciscan monastery that houses sea shell collection, is situated near its port – only one naturally protected on entire Riviera. Once providing a shelter from bad weather to merchants and pirates, and nowadays to sailor enthusiasts that want to spend unforgettable charter holiday.