Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Diocletian's Palace

Split's "ghetto" isn't given a negative connotation like it is in the states. For Croatians, the "ghetto" is usually the historic part of town, in this case, the remains of Diocletian's Palace. Over the years, many of the arches and windows have been bricked over, either completely, or to fit modern windows. Most of the palace now houses apartments and cafés.

Some of the ruins

They had a sort of gladiator/emperor show at noon

Rooftops while climbing the church tower

Higher up now

Highest of all

Before the trees is all parts of Diocletian's Palace

View of the bay and Riva

Stairs heading down and full set of bells

Cafe offering seats on the stairs with cushions

Church tower from the bottom

Altar inside the church

Entry doors detailing Jesus' life

House entry

Ruined basements of the palace

Church from afar

Oldest bookstore in Split

I like doors, particularly Catholic ones

Church through an alley

The numerous stray cats in Croatia almost killed me with their cuteness

I like doors

I also like the green shutters on all the windows
Between Diocletian's Palace and the water, there is a broad alley called the Riva, full of restaurants, sometimes performers, and paved with stones mean to support the landing of an airplane.

Riva lined with palm trees, in front of Diocletian's Palace

Potato Riva, due to night-time photo

1 comment:

  1. Very nice - one can indeed observe the catholicity of the green door!

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