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Diocletian's Palace

Split, Croatia
Ranked #2 of 41 attractions in Split
4.5 of 5 stars 117 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, Historic Walking Areas, Historic Sites
Description: The ruins of the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace date back to the late 3rd to early 4th century A.D.
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London, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Amazing views from the church tower, you can do a tour of the foundations of the old palace and there are lots of souvenir shops.

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Such a cool vibe and interesting architecture -- the city literally pulses from within this place.

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Banska Bystrica, Slovakia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW via mobile
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Visiting this monumental building was a part of our whole day trip to Split. The tower of the palace may be seen from a substantial distance. We approached to this palace from a fishermans harbour through a beautiful promenade. It consists of two rows of palms edging the promenade. I have never seen such a beautiful promenade. At the end... More

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ohio
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

roman emperor diocletian chose a great place to build his fortified palace...at one time, directly on the waterfront, now a few hundred feet from the waters edge..its 5 euros to see 5 of the sites.interesting to know that doicletian persecuted christians, and now many of the remains of his palace have been converted to christianity...be sure to visit the baptistry,... More

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London, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

There is a labrynth of little streets and alleys within, plenty of bars and places to eat. It felt very safe to be wandering around. Everyone we met was helpful and genuinely friendly.

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San Francisco
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Lots to see here. Just walk around and take it in. The "basement rooms" are also worth seeing (35 kuna).

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Livermore, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

I love the many faces of the place. You can see walls and buildings from 1700 years ago along side rebuilding and refurbishment throughout the centuries. There is excellent food and shopping available and a pristine sea promenade in front of the palace. Make sure you wander through the Vestibule when the Klappa singers are performing.

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cappadocia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

One of the most historic places in Croatia but some of the buildings need to be destroyed to have more space in the palace section to walk around. Recommended place to see.

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Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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Such a great place and really it is an expereince as you never know what you might find as you wander down alleyways and come across shops and restaurants right next to ancient cathedrals and Roman ruins. The ice creams and are piled high and such a tasty treat, a real must. A trip up the tallest tower is well... More

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Arcadia, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

There is history at every turn. See all inside but don't miss the Riva stroll along the shore

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