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ŠIBENIK, possibly the oldest Slavic town that dates back to the 11th century, is located on the Croatian coast some 80 km north of Split, one of the main cities in the Dalmatian region. As it is situated deep in the bay, it is one of the most naturally protected harbours on the Adriatic coast. Though the city is lesser known than the biggies like Dubrovnik and Split, it has its own personality that will enthrall tourists. The atmosphere in the city youthful and lively with little streets leading to attractive squares where modern shop windows have fused with the fine and stylish architecture of the bygone era.
SINJ is located in the Cetina Valley at the foot of the Dinaric Alps about 30 km north of Split, a major city in the Dalmatian region of Croatia.
SPLIT is one of the largest cities on the Croatia's Adriatic coast. Split was established at the end of the 3rd century AD when Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here. | The palace has been preserved well and is located at the heart of the city. It holds an outstanding place in the Mediterranean, European and world heritage and because of this rich heritage UNESCO in November 1979 adopted a proposal that the historic Split inner city, which is built around the Palace, should be included in the register of the World Cultural Heritage.
SPLIT
is one of the largest cities on the Croatia's Adriatic coast. Split was established at the end of the 3rd century AD when Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here. The palace has been preserved well and is located at the heart of the city. It holds an outstanding place in the Mediterranean, European and world heritage and because of this rich heritage UNESCO in November 1979 adopted a proposal that the historic Split inner city, which is built around the Palace, should be included in the register of the World Cultural Heritage.
ZADAR, the former capital of Dalmatia, is located between Rijeka and Split. It was here that the first Croatian university took shape in 1396, the first Croatian novel written in 1536 and the publication of the first Croatian newspaper started from this cultural and educational nerve center. It still preserves a very old network of narrow and charming city streets, as well as a Roman forum dating back to the 1st AD. |
| Zadar's most famous spot is the pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donat that dates back to the 9th century. The town is fortified with medieval walls, and is distinguished for its pretty and impressive ports -all dates back to the 16th century.
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