Split & Central Dalmatia

Let me take you back in time, during the fourth century AD, when the Roman Empire was dominating the world. Diocletian, emperor to the most powerful people in the world, had to decide where he would build his palace. This is when he decided that, out of all the territories controlled by his Empire, he would build his palace in Central Dalmatia… I mean, seriously? How could he even think about such a place over the beautiful Italian landscapes? Had he never gone to Venice? Or are we the ones unaware of the beauty of Central Dalmatia? Sandy beaches, pebble coves, mountain peaks and countless island, all forming one natural wonder: Central Dalmatia.

At the centre of this treasure is Split, an incredible architectural gem where Diocletian’s palace forms the old city, almost like an ancient Roman district. And what could we say about Hvar Island, the one that never sleeps, the glamour island? Visiting Central Dalmatia is discovering a new facet of Croatia, a country full of exoticism where the lush vegetation of Vis Island is never far away from the medieval city of Trogir. It is exploring the seaside city of Sibenik and enjoying the clear waters of Brac Island. It’s realising that Split has nothing to envy to Venice. It’s understanding Emperor Diocletian’s decision.