A Roman emperor's palace that became a living city — 1,700 years of layers.

Stops on This Tour (10)

1. 1
   Golden Gate (Porta Aurea) Northern gate of Diocletian's Palace — the monumental entrance
2. 2
   Gregory of Nin statue Mestrovic's giant bishop — rub his toe for luck
3. 3
   Peristyle Roman courtyard that became the city's living room — columns and cafes
4. 4
   Cathedral of St Domnius Diocletian's mausoleum converted to a cathedral — the irony is exquisite
5. 5
   Jupiter's Temple (Baptistery) Roman temple converted to Christian baptistery — original sphinx at the door
6. 6
   Diocletian's Cellars Subterranean vaults preserving the original palace layout
7. 7
   Silver Gate (Porta Argentea) Eastern gate opening onto the market — Green Market has traded here for centuries
8. 8
   Riva Promenade Palm-lined waterfront where Split socialises — the palace's south wall forms one side
9. 9
   Republic Square (Prokurative) Venetian-inspired piazza modelled on St Mark's Square
10. 10
    Marjan Hill trailhead Forest park peninsula — Split's green lung with medieval chapels and sea views

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