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Kamerlengo Fortress In Trogir Croatia

Kamerlengo Fortress In Trogir Croatia

Posted on 02. Jun, 2008 by John Brackett.

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We ventured out of the rear entrance to the town that opens on the beautiful cafe lined waterfront. After a quick refreshment of cokes and coffee we made our way down to Kamerlengo Fortress. Built as a naval base by the Venetians in the 14th Century, the high walls, turret posts and large single entry [...]

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A Brief History of Trogir Croatia

A Brief History of Trogir Croatia

Posted on 24. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett.

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Trogir Croatia has a rich history of art, commerce, and occupation. Originally a Roman municipality Trogir was conveniently close to Salona, the center of Roman rule in Dalmatia. In the 6th Century, the Croats settled there and brought the arts. The Venetians raided Trogir in the 12th Century during the Venetian war with Hungary for [...]

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St. Lawrence Cathedral In Trogir Croatia

St. Lawrence Cathedral In Trogir Croatia

Posted on 23. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett.

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St. Lawrence Cathedral is the most famous and most visible of the town’s monuments. It’s prominently situated on the main square with a bell tower that reaches far above the town. The portal of artistic Master Rodovan, which guards the entrance, is one of the most significant monuments in Croatia. It’s worth the 5 Kuna [...]

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Diocletian’s Palace

Diocletian’s Palace

Posted on 23. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett.

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Split is living ancient history. Diocletian’s Palace still stands as a monument to the power of the Roman Empire. Medieval buildings that sprout from the Palace walls have been converted to modern shops, cafes and hotels.

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Guide to Split Croatia

Guide to Split Croatia

Posted on 23. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett.

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Our ferry from Hvar docked in split near the entrance to Diocletian’s Palace. We parked our bags with members or our group, then Tony and I ventured through the gates into the city to seek out our hotel and find the best path to get there from the dock. The Adriatic side of the palace [...]

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Traveling from Hvar to Split

Posted on 23. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett.

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After 3 full days we had to depart Hvar for our final destination of Split Croatia. We had one final drink at Carpe Diem and boarded the ferry for the two hour trip up the coast. Our entire group had fallen deeply for Hvar, and given the chance, we would have stayed there for the [...]

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