Cruise Destination Split Croatia

Split, Croatia

With the winter cold weather arriving, it is nice to think of someplace sunny and warm. And one of the sunniest places in Europe is the city of Split in Croatia.

Split is an ancient city that only recently has developed into a major cruise destination. It is situated on the coast of the Adriatic and thus is a convenient port of call for ships cruising to or from Venice.

For all intents and purposes the city began when the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his retirement palace there. It was no cottage but rather a large complex of buildings fortified with high walls. After the fall of the Roman Empire, people took shelter in the fortified palace against the various invaders that were plundering nearby cities. Over the years, a city developed within its walls.

The old city is remarkably well-preserved. You can walk through its narrow and twisting lanes and find all sorts of things from ancient temples to medieval palaces to interesting shops.

If you prefer a more leisurely day, Split has a wide promenade fronting the harbor. You can sit at one of the outdoor cafes and admire the palm trees and the mountains across the bay.

Beyondship's profile of Split begins at http://www.beyondships2.com/cruise-destination---split-croatia.html. There is also a special feature about exploring Diocletian's Palace. http://www.beyondships2.com/cruise-destination-split-diocletian-palace.html