Croatia Day 10 : Split + Omis

Split > Omis > Split

Start our day with a delicious breakfast at Sug Restaurant, a highly reviewed place.

Diocletian’s Cellars once filled with water from different sources. It was treated as a dump by the medieval residents before being rediscovered in the last century. We walked the underground maze to explore the area. At the other end, most chambers, with the missing ceiling, are being exposed to the open-air.

Split, Diocletian Cellar
Diocletian Cellar
Split, Diocletian Cellar
Diocletian Cellar
Split, Diocletian Cellar
Diocletian Cellar

Go to the center of the main square, Peristyle (Peristil), and looked at the surrounding architecture. Look out for the only intact black granite sphinx that was brought back from Egypt by the Diocletian. The red granite pillars were also from Egypt.

Split, Peristyle
Peristyle

Entered the Cathedral of St. Domnius and noticed the detailed artwork at the various alters as well as the ceiling. The 13th century main doors with 14 scenes each, displayed the life of Christ. Climbed the Venetian-style bell tower for panoramic views of Split if you have the energy. Not for us as we are tired of conquering the bell tower.

Split, St. Domnius Cathedral
St. Domnius Cathedral
Split, St. Domnius Cathedral Door
St. Domnius Cathedral’s Main Gate

The 12th century Jupiter Temple has the most preserved unique ceiling. No face patterned is repeated.

Split, Jupiter Temple Ceiling
Jupiter Temple Ceiling

At the impressive Entry Vestibule, listened to the all-male band of Klapa singers performing the traditional Cappella harmonies. Find an angle to peek at the tip of the Cathedral.

Entry Vestibule

There is a stair leading to the roof of this dome-liked structure. We can overlook the town in the open space and also had a closer look at the Venetian bell tower.

Split, St. Domnius Cathedral Bell Tower
St. Domnius Cathedral Bell Tower

Wandered into the different streets where modern restaurants/shops meet the century-old buildings. Grabbed an ice-cream to cool off the hot weather.

Split Lunch
Lunch of the day

Omis, where the Centina river and the Adriatic Sea meet, is a picturesque town. We took a slow walk along the beach with the breezing seawater under our feet. A relaxing afternoon, away from the busy city with the surrounding nature.

Omis
Omis

We had our dinner at Stari Plac, a pancake restaurant, recommended by the host. The pancakes are stuffed with ingredients and cooked to perfection.

Overnight at FM Apartment