For centuries, the Peristyle of Diocletian’s Palace served as the main gathering place for the town of Split, Croatia. Built at the beginning of the 4th century AD, the palace was originally intended as a private residence for the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Initially, the Peristyle led to the main entrance of his living quarters. Over … Read more

Typical street in the Old Town of Split, Croatia features glistening white marble paving stones and buildings of white local limestone. Sidewalk cafes are a common feature on nearly every street in the Old Town, and many of the ancient buildings have been converted to shops. This particular street is located next to the fish … Read more

Narodni Trg (People’s Square) is the main gathering place for residents of Split, Croatia. Prior to its construction in the 14th century, the main square of the city was the Peristyle, located inside Diocletian’s Palace. As the city expanded, it became evident the Peristyle could no longer accommodate the growing population, thus this new square … Read more

A bird’s-eye view of the harbor and Old Town of Split, Croatia, taken from the hilltop Cafe Bar Vidilica in Marjan Park. The tree-lined seaside promenade in the foreground, known as the Riva, is a favorite spot for sipping coffee, wine, or soft drinks at one its many cafes. Behind the Riva, the bell tower … Read more