Central Dalmatia

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		Split

		Makarska

		Trogir

		Island Brac

		Island Hvar

		Town Komiza on Island Vis

		Blue Grotto

Central Dalmatia comprisesof the wider Split area (Dalmatinska Zagora) and the islands in the Split archipelago. Central Dalmatia's main characteristics are its rocky landscape and its lack of running water, with the acceptation of the river Cetina which runs through a canyon to Omis and out into the sea.

The most attractive towns and islands in Central Dalmatia are:

Split
Split is the second largest city in Croatia. The centre of town - Old Split - is fascinating, built within and around the fortified Roman palace of Emperor Diocletian, about 300AD. Much of the palace still stands today and is a unique example of Roman architecture. Split also has one of the largest and most colorful food markets found anywhere in Europe. More information on Split.

Makarska
Makarska is a beautiful coastal town and a popular summer resort.

Trogir
Trogir is one of the most well-preserved historical cities not just on the Adriatic but in the whole of Central Europe. Trogir's medieval nucleus, surrounded by a stone wall, includes a very well-preserved castle and tower as well as many other buildings and palaces which origin from the roman, gothic, renaissance, and baroque periods.

Island Brač
Island of Brac is the largest island in Central Dalmatia as well as one of the most developed in regards to tourism. Some of the main tourist spots on the island are Bol, Supetar, and Mline.

Island Hvar
Hvar is famous for its wonderfully sunny weather and its beautiful lavender. It is one of the most beautiful Croatian islands. The main town, also called Hvar, gained the nickname of, "St Tropez of the Eastern Mediterranean." This historic, picturesque town allows no auto traffic in its piazza, and the coffee shops and restaurants that surround it offer excellent vantage points for observing the harbour. At night, this tiny, quaint town comes to life with bands along the docks, and dancing in the street 'till dawn.

Island Vis
Vis is the oldest established town in Dalmatia, founded in 397 BC by the ruler of Sicily, Dionysius. Some of the most exclusive wines in Croatia are produced on the island. The two larger towns are Vis Town and Komiza. From Komiza, one can get a boat to visit the nearby small island of Bisevo, which is famous for its Blue Grotto (Modra Spilja).

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