A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trogir is a lovely spot on a small island half an hour from Split, filled with buildings from between the 13th and 15th centuries when it was part of the Venetian Empire. With limited car access it is an oasis of calm, other than the large tour groups passing through. It was pleasantly busy on a weekday in early June, but judging by the number of restaurants I can imagine how busy it must get in peak season.
Arriving early morning the sea was beautifully still.
It doesn’t take long to walk around the whole of the island, enjoying the views.
St Lawrence’s Cathedral is a highlight of Trogir, started in the 13th century and finished three centuries later. It has an atmospheric and well proportioned interior.
It’s tower was a little scary to climb, but the reward was excellent views.
Opposite the cathedral is the clocktower dominated Town Loggia, with the small Chapel of St. Sebastian next to it.
St Barbara Church was another atmospheric spot.
This Spomenik Braniteljima memorial commemorates veterans of the Croatian War of Independence.
One corner is occupied by the 15th century Kamerlengo Castle, adjacent to an unexpected astroturf football pitch, not very UNESCO!
This beautiful building has been converted into a school.
It’s just a pleasure to wander around and get lost in the maze of narrow streets.
While sitting on a bench I spotted this colourful lizard.
