A Roman emperor's palace that became a living city.

Split is Dalmatia's largest city and one of the oldest on the Adriatic. Its heart is the palace that Roman Emperor Diocletian built around the year 300 as his retirement residence.

Instead of turning into ruins, the palace became a town: people built homes, shops and churches into its walls. Today you walk through the original gates, stand in the Peristyle square, visit the Cathedral of St. Domnius and explore the vaulted cellars. The historic centre has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

After sightseeing, stroll along the Riva seafront promenade, browse the colourful green market or enjoy a coffee in one of the old stone squares.