Split - This City Will Beglamour You

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Split is the second largest city in Croatia which is considered to be a very convenient starting point to explore this beautiful country. 

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A great number of excellent Split’s attractions makes this city one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Europe. The main tourist center of Split is located in the eastern part of the beautiful coastline where visitors will find restaurants, entertainments and hotels. In the vicinity of Split you will find also many other interesting sites. So, let's get to the list of the most popular attractions of Split.

Diocletian's Palace

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Majestic Diocletian's Palace was named in honor of the emperor who built it. Well-preserved structure was built in the Roman military style. The palace was protected by towers at each corner and had three entrances - the famous Golden Gate Silver Gate and the Iron Gate. 

St. Domniusa Cathedral

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It is located in the old area near the Palace of Diocletian. It served as the Diocletian mausoleum. Cathedral was designed and built in the 7th century. Since that time the Cathedral has remained virtually unchanged, except for the addition of the bell tower of 60 meters high. 

Marjan Forest Park 

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Residents of Split are proud of Marjan Forest Park. This beautiful park occupies a peninsula with access to the city. It is a great place for tired tourists, where you can just sit in the shade and relax. The park is also known for its tall pine trees and hiking trails. The forest park Marjan can be easily reached in 15 minutes from the center of Split, after passing through the old quarter of the city.