4 Best Things to Do in Split, Croatia

If you have been to Croatia or you have just seen pictures of it online, you know that it is a country that does not receive the attention and hype it deserves. Croatia is located in southern Europe, and it is full of amazing and romantic places that can make literally everyone fall in love with the country as a whole. 

Split is a picturesque city in the southern part of the country that will make you feel like you are traveling back in time or even have the impression that you are in a beautiful dream. The number of awesome attractions and scenic landscapes in Split is huge. Below you will find the 4 best things to do in Split. 

• Diocletian’s Palace

Even if you tried, you couldn’t miss the Diocletian’s Palace as it covers most of the old town of Split. As you can guess, this palace is included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List as it was constructed in the 4th century. This grand palace was the villa of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Although it was intended to function as a retirement home, it is designed as a castle: you will be able to see the old roads and the military base. If you are a Game of Thrones fan, you may recognize this place, as it was transformed into the fictional city of Meereen.

• Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments

As you can probably tell from the fact that the whole palace of a powerful Roman emperor has been preserved, Croatians do their best to keep and protect their ancient heritage. So, if you want to learn more about their history, you just have to visit the Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments. You will find a great variety of jewelry, everyday objects, and weapons there. The items in this museum date from approximately the 5th up to the 12th century. 

• Krka National Park

The Krka National Park is a bit far from Split, but it is an excursion that is worth going for. If you have got a car, you will not only reach the park faster but also get the chance to discover other cool places in between. You can find the best car for your travels in Split on Enjoy Travel because it gives you the chance to compare vehicles and hire the one that satisfies your needs online. The Krka National Park is a splendid destination for nature lovers as they can swim in a huge natural pool, admire waterfalls, visit the iconic Visovac island and explore the park by boat. 

• Grgur Ninski Statue

Grgur Ninski, or Gregory of Nin, was a bishop who insisted —against the orders of the pope— to use Croatian, instead of Latin, in church services. His persistence was justified and later rewarded, as normal people didn’t know Latin and could not understand a word. When you find this statue, you should rub the bishop’s toe for good luck. This is a tradition that has been going on for years; this explains why his toe is all shiny.

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