A Journey Through Dalmatia’s Ancient Towns

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Dalmatia, where history and culture intertwine in the ancient towns of this stunning Croatian region. From the UNESCO World Heritage site of Trogir, with its well-preserved medieval architecture, to the Roman ruins of Salona and the majestic Klis Fortress, each destination offers a unique glimpse into the past. So come with us on a journey through Dalmatia’s ancient towns.

Stari Grad Omiš

Your journey through Dalmatia’s ancient towns can start in Omiš. Omiš is a historic town located at the mouth of the Cetina River and it is jut 30 minutes away from http://www.villa-m-makarska.com. People know it for its rich pirate history and, moreover, its medieval fortresses such as Mirabela and Fortica, which offer stunning views of the town and the sea.

Fortress Klis

https://www.klis.hr/klis_virtual/en/Located above Split, Fortress Klis has been a key defensive point throughout history. This imposing fortress offers incredible views of Split and its surroundings. It was one of the filming locations for the popular series ‘Game of Thrones’. Until you visit it in person, we are offering you virtual tour at https://www.klis.hr/klis_virtual/en/

Ancient Town of Salona

Salona is an ancient city located near Split. It was the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and one of the largest urban centers on the eastern coast of the Adriatic. Today, you can visit the remains of the amphitheater, basilica, and other Roman buildings.

Diocletian’s Palace

Diocletian’s Palace is undoubtedly one of the best-preserved monuments of Roman architecture in the world. Around 300 AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built it, designing the palace as a combination of a luxurious villa and a Roman military camp. Located in Split, Croatia, the palace covers an area of about 30,000 square meters. It features various structures such as the Peristyle and also the Vestibule. The Cathedral of Saint Domnius is important and magnificent building too. Today, it forms the historic core of Split and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Trogir

Trogir is a another unique example in the history of European architecture and it is the city with the largest number of stone signs or marks in Europe. Each mark carries its own meaning. Also some of them mark the end of the construction while some of them represent the personal signature of the master. The masters were carving games into stone, like chess.