How is Split viewed on the other side of the world? Here’s a list of why you should visit Split, according to the Mercury Australia.
Every day, the city of Split receives some noteworthy international fan mail. Whether it be from our mates over in the UK, our buddies over in the US, or in this case, our friends from down under, the love for Split is being assembled worldwide.
The Mercury, a daily newspaper published in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, has compiled a list of 10 things they think you absolutely should not miss while you’re in and around Split – what do you think made their cut?
For starters, do not miss the buzz on our famous waterfront promenade, the Riva. From people watching to singing and enjoying a much needed cocktail at sundown, this is a no-brainer.
Secondly, and perhaps even more obvious than the Riva, is Diocletian’s Palace. The Mercury first references Game of Thrones and the familiar architecture you’ll see around the palace if you’ve ever seen the show. They suggest taking a GoT walking tour, or finding a hotel within the palace walls so you could live like the few that still reside there today.
The Belltower, 60 meters above Split, offers stunning views of the center of town, the islands, and even the inland Dalmatian mountains. Make the windy trek up.
The Mercury makes sure that the Ivan Mestrović gallery is on your list of things to do, and lucky for you it’s just a short bus ride away along the crystal waterfront. A fun fact? Mestrović was the first artist of Croatian origin to exhibit his work at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Why wouldn’t you take a visit?
You’ll most likely want to take a dip at the beach after an exhausting day admiring the works of Ivan Mestrović, so why not head to Kaštelet for calm and clear waters, and most importantly – a cocktail bar. It is roughly 3 kilometers from the center of town though…plan to take an Uber back?
Of course, the islands are not to miss – and lucky for you, Split is your direct connection to many of them. Hvar? Šolta? Brač? Korčula? Vis? Take your pick.
While you may pinch yourself upon pulling into the natural harbor at Hvar town (a wonderland, they say), The Mercury suggests you venture out to explore the other towns on Hvar island, too. And go to the caves, because, well, who wouldn’t want to see caves of green and blue?
Sail, because Croatia is a hotspot for sailing and you can charter essentially anything you’d like from Split.
And last but not least? Enjoy some black squid ink risotto! Maybe even pair it with a glass of Grasevina.
You can read the full account on The Mercury.
