Central Dalmatia Flashcards
On the mainland, Central Dalmatia starts at… and ends at…
Rogoznica, Gradac.
Name 4 natural attractions in Central Dalmatia.
Biokovo Nature Park, Mount Marjan, Cetina River, Zlatni Rat beach on Brač.
Write five sentences about Trogir.
Trogir is a historic city on the Adriatic coast and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The city has well-preserved city walls and gates from the 13th century. The Cathedral of St. Lawrence is famous for its beautiful Portal by Master Radovan (Romanesque architecture). In the main square, you can see the City Hall, Loggia, and Clock Tower. The Kamerlengo Fortress shows Trogir’s medieval importance.
What are the top 3 cultural attractions in Central Dalmatia?
Old town of Trogir, Diocletian’s Palace, Salona.
When and where was Salona founded?
Salona was founded in antiquity, around the 3rd century BC, near the mouth of the Jadro River, just northeast of modern-day Split in Croatia. It became the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and a significant centre of Roman culture and power.
What can we see in Salona today?
Important ancient remains, such as:
The Roman Amphitheatre – A large arena where gladiator games and other public events were held.
The Baths – Remains of Roman public baths, showcasing the Roman architectural style.
The City Walls and Gates – Parts of the ancient city’s defensive walls and gates are still visible.
The Early Christian Basilica – A Christian church built on the site of the earlier Roman temple, reflecting the transition from Roman to Christian dominance.
The Archaeological Museum of Salona – Exhibits a variety of artifacts from the ancient city, offering insights into its history and culture.
Write 5 sentences about the Diocletian’s Palace.
Diocletian’s Palace was built for the Roman Emperor Diocletian between 295 and 305 AD. It was originally the retirement palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. It is a huge complex with temples, a mausoleum and defensive walls (30.000 square meters). The palace has four main gates: Golden, Silver, Iron, and Brass (Bronze) Gate. There are many things to see: Peristyle (main gathering area), the Baptistery, Cathedral of St. Domnius (one of the oldest Catholic cathedrals still in use), Temple of Jupiter. People later lived inside the palace and it was like a shelter inside its walls during times of conflict. The underground cellars of the palace, remarkably well-preserved, were used to store goods and are now a popular tourist attraction. Today, it is a famous tourist site with ancient streets and underground cellars.
Write 5 sentences about the history of Split.
Split is an old city with history that dates back to ancient times (it was Greek colony Aspálathos in the 3rd century BC). Emperor Diocletian built his palace there in 305 AD (his retirement palace) – Diocletian’s Palace. Over the time, Split grew into a medieval city with many influences (Byzantine, Venetian). In the 7th century, the city became a refuge for people running away from invasions and developed into a significant center of Croatian culture and politics. Today, Split mixes Roman history, medieval architecture and modern life.
