In the heart of the city look for the ruins of Diocletian's Palace--a significant example of Roman architecture and a World Heritage Site. Between 295 and 305 CE, the Roman Emperor built the palace near his birthplace as his retirement home. Walk under the Silver Gate and enter the the Peristyle, the central open-air area. Opposite the gate is the medieval church of St. Dominic, formerly Diocletian's Mausoleum. Admire the excavated remains of the palace's basement. Look for the two granite sphinxes, which Diocletian brought from Egypt. One is still on the Peristyle, and the second sits headless in front of Jupiter's temple. Planning Split trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.
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Split city became a city because Roman imperor Dioklecijan choose to build his palace only for vacation from all Romans empire, in today-Split city. My advice take a tour gouid to hear and catch up...
Split city became a city because Roman imperor Dioklecijan choose to build his palace only for vacation from all Romans empire, in today-Split city. My advice take a tour gouid to hear and catch up... more »
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Diocletian's Palace is a MUST SEE when in Split. It's easy to find in the historic sector. Also, there are freelance tour guides on site that can offer you a detailed tour. It is well worth it to...
Diocletian's Palace is a MUST SEE when in Split. It's easy to find in the historic sector. Also, there are freelance tour guides on site that can offer you a detailed tour. It is well worth it to... more »
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Interesting place with an interesting story. Crowded in the high season, but there's plenty to see between the actual palace and all the stores and restaurants inside it. In the main plaza you can buy tickets for key historical attractions (the church, bell tower, treasury, and Temple of Jupiter), but the best deal is to get the package that includes them all. The climb up the bell tower is a bit dicey but the views and the history are worth it.
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It's an old fortress in old town of split. You can roam around the fortress. Mostly it's closed so you can see ruins from outside but still it's beautiful. Many GOT scenes are shot here this whole place has cafes and bar, ice cream shops and shopping outlets. it’s beautiful place
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