Croatia, tradition and modernity
Why you should consider Split Europe’s hippest city. With a Unesco World Heritage Roman palace at the heart of the city, the Splicani are proud of their Roman roots. Split is definitely a contender for the title of Europe’s hippest city.Here are the top 10 attractions in Split:
1. Diocletian Palace and the Riva
The 1700 years old palace is one of the most important architectural heritage of the Roman Empire. Some 3,000 Splicani are even fortunate enough to live inside the ancient palace walls.
The riva is a grand floodlit pedestrian that fronts Diocletian’s Palace, one giant catwalk, where the Splicani do their morning and evening walks.
2. Savour fresh seafood
Joining local shoppers checking out the morning fish straight out of the Adriatic Sea at the market on the western fringes of Diocletian’s Palace. Return here at night to dine.
3. Cathedral of St.Duje tombs and towers
Visit the Diocletian’s tomb, inside Split Cathedral. If you are in good shape, it is recommended to climb to the top of the bell tower. The views are worth the visit and the climb.
4. Sport crazy
Split is sport crazy, supporting their local football team with a passion, as well as inventing whole new games.
One of those special sports is Picigin game, played with a small ball in shallow water.
The city stadium at Poljud, popular among the citizens as “The Beauty of Poljud”, built in the form of shell, completely fits into the surrounding.
5. Peristyle Square and Jupiter’s temple
In front of the Peristyle cathedral is a square, the most popular among Split attractions. It is the center of cultural life in Split.
From Peristyle Square take the narrowest street called “Let me pass, please” and you’ll find yourself below Jupiter’s temple; one of the three temples at the Peristyle.
6. Statue of Grgur Ninski
Do not miss to visit the monument to Gregory of Nin, created by the most famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic. The statue is an imposing 6 feet tall. It is believed that touching his thumb brings happiness and the realization of desires.
7. Prokurativa – Republic Square
Republic Square is one of the most beautiful squares in Split. This beautiful Neo Renaissance square is open to the sea. This popular spot is one of the Split attractions, that comes alive in the summer with concerts and cultural events.
8. Piazza – People’s Square
This centrally located square is one of the most popular piazzas in the city and one of the main Split attractions. It is surrounded by stunning buildings: the Renaissance clock on the ruins of a Roman tower, the first town hall and a Renaissance palace. This is a place of the legendary City Cafe.
9. Visit Marjan Hill
Marjan is a hill. It is located on the city’s peninsula, surrounded by the town on one side, and by the sea on the other. Marjan has lots of footpaths, and jogging trails. The bar on the top offers beautiful views.
10. Hit the beach
On a sunny day, chill out on one of the town’s popular beaches such as Bacvice beach. If you prefer trees, shadows and stunning waters, head to Bene beach.
