I’m so glad I am visiting Split for the month of May. Although I have experienced a substantial number of days that have been overcast and rainy, it’s spring and the wildflowers are blooming from every nook and cranny. Whether I’m walking through a park, or the city, there are beautiful flowers everywhere. City Flowers …
There are endless things to see and do in Marjan Park, a beautiful peninsula beside the city of Split. When I was down near the water, exploring the beaches one day, I looked up at the soaring cliff face above me. And what I saw was magnificent! I needed to explore that today, so I …
Marjan Hill is a fascinating place to explore with an extensive history. Upon this peninsula are numerous churches, however only a handful have been preserved and remain standing today. All of the 6 ancient churches on Marjan Hill are accessible by foot and are completely charming in their appearance. Marjan Hill has been used as …
Visiting cemeteries in each place I visit has long been a tradition of mine. I find cemeteries very interesting places, as I do markets in each destination. They give me a sense of the community I have decided to immerse myself in. The Old Jewish Cemetery in Split was very interesting indeed. Brief History This …
On further exploration of Marjan Forest Park, I stumbled onto a beautiful narrow trail right at the top of the mountain. It starts at the apex (‘saddle’) and goes all the way to the Institute of Oceanography & Fisheries at the western point. The trail leading to Baba Marta’s House is full of interesting discoveries! …