City Split

Split is the largest town in Dalmatia. It is the cultural, economic and traffic centre. It developed from the Diocletian place that was constructed in the 3rd century AD.

This is the largest and best preserved late-antique palace in the world. The Diocletian place was listed in 1979 in the UNESCO register of monuments with international significance.

An important regional transit center, the city is a vital link to the numerous surrounding Adriatic islands and the Italian peninsula, as well as a popular tourist destination.

In addition, there are many exceptional buildings here, e.g. the cathedral of St. Dujo which is the oldest in the world, the cathedral of St. Dominic, the late gothic town hall, several monasteries, the old cemetery from the 10th century and others. Towering above the town is the hill and park of Marjan. Split also houses two important archaeological museums - one dedicated to antiquity, another to the early medieval period.

The most recognisable aspect of Split culture is popular music. There is great cultural activity during summers, when the prestigious Split Music Festival is held, followed by the Split Summer (Splitsko ljeto) theater festival.



Tourist destination - Croatia - Destinations Dalmatia