Cultural History of SplitAlthough the beginnings of Split are traditionally associated with the construction of Diocletian's palace in 305 CE , the city of Split was founded as the Greek colony of Aspálathos (Aσπάλαθος) in the 3rd or 2nd century BC.
The Roman emperor Diocletian (ruled 284 to 305 CE) reformed the government in the late Roman Empire and established the Tetrarchy. This new system presupposed that Diocletian himself would retire at some point in favour of Galerius. Thus, in 293 CE, he began the construction of an opulent and heavily fortified palace near his home town of Salona, selecting the site of Spálathos (or Spalatum in Latin). The palace was built directly fronting the sea, so as to allow its occupant to escape by that means if necessary (in an era plagued by civil wars). The site was most likely chosen due to being near to Salona, but also with a secure port and a more immediate access to the open sea in the case of an attack. Following a bout of illness in 303 CE, Diocletian announced he would retire as soon as his Palace, scheduled for completion in 305 CE, was ready. |
Food & DiningMake sure to feel the taste of traditional Dalmatian cuisine in one of numerous restaurants that offer authentic native delicatessen food , like grilled fish with mangel , black risotto , octopus under peka , pašticada with gnocchi , Dalmatian pršut(prosciutto) and Paški sir( Pag island cheese )
just to name few .. |
R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S
Summer destinations
near Split
Town of Trogir
Plitvice lakes National park
Town of Zadar ( Sea organ & Monument to the Sun ) City of Primošten
Omiš
Solin ( Salona ruins )
Krka national park