Cities Towns Villages

The Cities Towns Villages tag identifies a selection of settlements, large and small, that travellers may wish to visit

Rugged landscape surrounds Omis coastal town

Did Omis or its Landscape Give Rise to the Pirates?

Omis is just a short drive from Split along a beautiful coastline. Omis historically is known along the Dalmatian coast as the ‘pirate town’. It is open to the Adriatic via an expansive channel which extends the Cetina River. The river is situated behind the mountains and offered the pirates secluded anchorage and quieter shipbuilding facilities. There are many things to do in Omis from land based activities to water sports.

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Trogir across the kanal - feature image

Trogir: What to See In This Captivating Medieval Old Town

home Croatia Trogir and its Captivating Medieval Old Town Trogir Old Town is situated within enclosed walls on a small island in the Rogirski Kanal. Trogir itself is a premium venue and is more than a worthy day trip from Split. So what to see? Trogir Old Town has more attractions per square metre than many of the more widely visited towns and cities along the Dalmatian coast. Trogir is

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Piran Charms As A Gothic Attraction

Piran is surrounded by its imposing city walls and is the most picturesque Old Town along the Slovenian coast. Narrow, atmospheric cobblestone streets wind between Venetian Gothic architecture and other mediaeval and post mediaeval attractions. The historical attractions of Piran old town integrate with periodic popular events and a beach culture.

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