Old town of Split

Split is the second largest city in Croatia and is popularly known as the "capital of Dalmatia".

The city had a population of around 180,000 in 2011, which was almost 4% of the entire population of Croatia. Split is an important port city and the city's origins can be traced back to Diocletian's Palace.

The city center of Split, including Diocletian's Palace, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. It is located on the south coast of the Split peninsula and is formed by the old Diocletian's Palace, from which the city developed, and the medieval city extension to the west.

Directly on the sea along the harbor bay in the old town lies the Riva, a promenade that is probably the most famous landmark of the city.

The old town is manageable and very easy to explore on foot. There are a few tourists at this time of year, but not so many that there is no place to sit in a café.

All in all, it is a small, winding, clean old town that is beautifully designed and, with the Riva, really offers a little gem. I would definitely not stay in Split for too long, but it is perfect for a day tripLes mer