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Culture of Split. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
The Palace of Diocletian is an attraction that is known far beyond the city. This is a real miniature city with an abundance of beautiful historic buildings; its territory is fenced with high fortification walls. Here is the Church of St Dominic, named after the patron saint of the city. The religious building was erected on the ruins of an ancient mausoleum. In the first half of the 20th century, a large-scale reconstruction was held, so today church appears to visitors in all its glory. The main decoration of the church is the handmade altar. The inescapable part of the excursion is watching the city panorama from the highest bell-tower.
Split will certainly appeal to those who can’t relax without a visit to the cozy restaurant or cafe. Local conobas - small restaurants with a homelike atmosphere and extremely pleasant … 
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Guests of Split won’t experience any shortage of things to do; tours to historical monuments can be successfully combined with walks around the shops, scenic parks and entertainment … Open
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Art lovers will enjoy the Mestrovic Gallery, it acquaints visitors with works of the prominent Croatian sculptor. The gallery is located in a beautiful palace of the early 20th century built by the sculptor for his family. You have to include a visit to the Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments to the entertainment program. It is also one of the oldest cultural venues in Croatia. Among the exhibits there are statues of the age of more than a thousand years, but the majority of exhibits dates back to the early Middle Ages. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Split and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Split
Diocletian’s Palace
The Cathedral Of St. Domnius
Where: Kraj Sv. Duje 5, Split;
Where: Kraj Sv. Duje 5, Split;
Narodni Trg (People’s Square)
Where: Narodni trg, Split;
Where: Narodni trg, Split;
City Museum
Where: Papaliceva 1, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 360 171 / 360 172;
Where: Papaliceva 1, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 360 171 / 360 172;
Croatian Maritime Museum
Where: Glagoljaska 18, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 347788;
Where: Glagoljaska 18, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 347788;
Archeological Museum
Where: Zrinjsko - Frankospanska 25, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 318720;
Where: Zrinjsko - Frankospanska 25, Split; Telephone: +385 (0)21 318720;
Reference information
Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Split
♥ Palace 'Diocletian’s Palace' , 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Split and around
♥ Art museum 'Gallery of Fine Arts' Split, 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Ivan Meštrović Gallery' Split, 3.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Split
♥ Katedrala sv. Lovre, Trogir, 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Crkva sv. Stjepana, Stari Grad, 38.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nacionalno svetište sv. Nikole Tavelića, Šibenik, 51.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Katedrala sv. Marka, Makarska, 51.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Katedrala sv. Jakova, Šibenik, 51.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Crkva sv. Antun, Knin, 62.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Katedrala sv. Marka, Korčula, 82.5 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Split and near
Livno Town
From the series “Small Flamboyant Towns Painted with Van Gogh Colors”
Check on the map: Distance from Split center - 56.4 km.
In Bosnia and Herzegovina there is the ancient town of Livno. The first settlement there was founded by the Dalmatians more than 4 000 years ago. Subsequently, these places were inhabited by the Romans. Today, the town is the centre of the eponymous community. The population is more than 10 000 people. The first mention of Livno dates back to the end of the 9th century. The town reached its heyday during the Ottoman rule. …
Read further Distance from Split center - 56.4 km.
Photogallery of cultural heritage of Split
Landmarks of culture on Split map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Split. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Split: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Split. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
