Trogir - the "stone beauty" of Croatia

Trogir (Croatia) is located two dozen kilometers from Split to the north. It is rightly called - a city-museum. The historical part of Trogir is located on an island, far from the mainland, and for a beach holiday, tourists go to the island of Ciovo. Palaces, temples, fortifications and the cunning plexus of narrow streets set Trogir apart from other cities in Croatia.

Photo: Trogir city.

General information

Trogir is a small Croatian resort, which, unlike neighboring Split, is more comfortable and not so crowded. The historic center is on the list of UNESCO protected sites. Undoubtedly, Trogir in Croatia is worth visiting. If before you had to rest in other Croatian settlements, Trogir will by no means disappoint you or even surprise you.

The city was founded by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC. and here everything that may interest the tourist has been preserved - palaces, temples, fortresses, museums. The local population lives mainly on the mainland and on the island of Ciovo, to be on it, it is enough to cross the bridge from the old part of Trogir.

It is important! The best beaches are concentrated on the island of Ciovo, many tourists prefer to rent housing here, and in the old part come for excursions and sightseeing.

Trogir is a charming, small town with white walls and red roofs. To see it and feel the spirit of Dalmatia, just go up to one of the viewing platforms.

Good to know! It is best to walk early in the morning or late in the evening. At this time, the city streets are completely empty, which gives Trogir a special charm. In the daytime, you can use the services of a guide who will not only show the most interesting sights, but also tell a lot of interesting things.

Walking the streets of Trogir, immersed in the history of the Middle Ages. Despite the fact that sightseeing takes no more than 3 hours, emotions will last for years to come. In addition to historical and architectural attractions, there are many souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants.

If you do not live in Trogir, visit the resort by sea tram. Traveling on the Adriatic Sea will bring a lot of pleasant emotions, the trip is full of picturesque landscapes of Croatia.

Good to know! The road from Split by sea takes only 1 hour and 10 minutes, the cost of a round-trip ticket is about 70 kunas.

Outwardly, Trogir resembles the castle of Emperor Diocletian in Split - this is a reduced copy of it. Be sure to visit the Kamerlengo Fortress, built in the 15th century, with its observation deck offering amazing views of the entire city.

Photo: Trogir (Croatia).

Sights of Trogir

All the main attractions of Trogir in Croatia are concentrated in the old part of the city, it is here that travelers from all over the world come.

The temple is located on John Paul II Square and, as if, dominates the city. Earlier on the site of the cathedral was a church, destroyed in the 12th century. Later, in 1193, the construction of a new temple began, which was completed several decades later.

The modern version of the temple is a building with three naves in the Romanesque style, the architectural ensemble complements the bell tower in the Gothic style.

It is important! A distinctive feature of the cathedral is the Romanesque portal, built in the middle of the 13th century. This is the most valuable piece of art by local artists.

The portal is decorated with scenes on biblical themes, there is an image of plants and animals. Artists also came up with symbolic images for each month of the year, for example, December is a hunter who fights with a wild boar, and February is a girl with fish. On both sides of the portal are sculptures of Adam and Eve, they were depicted on the backs of predators - a lion and a lioness.

The chapel also deserves close attention, it was built in the period from 1468 to 1472. Inside there are 12 sculptures of the apostles and a sarcophagus with the remains of the first bishop of Trogir in Croatia - St. John.

The interior design of the temple is quite simple - the department, built in the 13th century, is made of stone and covered with statues. The seats are wooden and the altar is decorated with paintings.

Undoubtedly, the main decoration of the temple is a bell tower 47 meters high, it was rebuilt twice - in the 15th and 16th centuries. Window openings decorated with carvings. Climbing the bell tower, tourists find themselves on the observation deck, which offers an amazing view of the whole of Trogir.

Visit Hours:

• from November to April - from 8-00 to 12-00;
• from April to May - from 8-00 to 18-00 on weekdays and from 12-00 to 18-00 on weekends;
• from June to July - from 8-00 to 19-00 on weekdays and from 12-00 to 18-00 on weekends;
• from July to September - from 8-00 to 20-00 on weekdays and from 12-00 to 18-00 on weekends.

If you do not visit this landmark of Trogir, the trip will be incomplete. From the observation deck of the bell tower, amazing views of the white walls and roofs of shingles open. You can also consider the azure sea, the island of Ciovo.

There is a bell tower opposite the church of St. Lawrence. Outside, the attraction looks very picturesque, tourists are attracted by Italian architecture, which dominates this part of Croatia. The blue dial on the white walls is a symbol of Trogir. The tower dominates the city in Croatia, therefore it is here that one of the best observation platforms was built, from where you can see not only the resort, but also the sea, green hills, mountains in the distance.

Good to know! The staircase that leads to the observation deck is very steep, it’s quite difficult to climb. In addition, the steps are narrow, in some places it is difficult for two people to miss each other, but the view from above is worth the effort.

Several defensive structures were built in the city, each one is a real open-air museum, but the Camerlengo building is considered the main attraction of Trogir. The enemy troops from Venice repeatedly tried to capture the city, when they succeeded, they built a fortress here, which became the greatest defensive structure in Europe. The fortress was able to withstand the longest siege, thanks to this the Italians were able to stay in Trogir for a long time.

Interesting fact! You can enter the fortress territory only on the bridge thrown across the moat.

The attraction has a completely unique atmosphere, which can be felt while walking around the courtyard, and looking at the ancient coats of arms of the Venetian noble families. Scenes of historical films are often shot on the territory of the fortress, and in the warm season, festivals and various cultural events are held here.

You can visit the fortress every day from 9-00 to 19-00, in the summer the walls of the structure are open until late at night.Find out RATES or book any accommodation using this form

Beaches

The beaches of Trogir are undoubtedly a landmark of Croatia. The best places for relaxation are equipped in the vicinity of the resort.

Located 3 km from Trogir. 2 km long beach of Copacabana is considered the best on the territory of the Trogir Riviera. With its carefree and fun atmosphere, it resembles Brazilian beaches. There are excellent conditions for recreation, you can rent the necessary equipment for water sports.

In the eastern part of the island is Kava Beach. This is a deserted place, the water here is clean and clear, and pine trees grow on the shore. The resort is 12 km away and can be reached by car or bicycle.

A great place to relax is Krknyashi Bay. This is a special place in Croatia, where it was possible to preserve the untouched nature - a real tropical paradise. The bay is rightfully included in the list of the most beautiful places in the Adriatic Sea.

Near the town of Seget there is Medena beach 3 km long, the coast is covered with pine trees, excellent conditions for a family holiday with children are created. In the evening, here you can stroll along the promenade, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or bar. A ferry runs from Trogir to the beach.

In the southern part of Ciova, in the small bay of Mavarstik, there is a white sand beach - White Beach, which is famous for its crystal clear water.

A few kilometers from Trogir in the direction of Split is the beach of Pantan. Pines on the shore create a pleasant shadow, and you can eat in a cafe or restaurant. It is more convenient to get by car or bicycle.

How to get there

The main bus station is located on the mainland of Trogir, near the bridge that connects it to the old part of the resort. Buses No. 37 from Split leave for the island in 20-30 minutes.

There is also a long-distance bus service between Trogir and the largest cities in Croatia - Zadar, Zagreb, Dubrovnik. The schedule is at the station. Typically, transport leaves every 30 minutes. Tickets can also be purchased here. Ticket price around 20 kunas.

Trogir is located near the international airport, only 25 km. It takes about 20 minutes by car.

Everyone who is in the small, cozy town of Trogir (Croatia) falls in love with him forever. When vacationing in Croatia, do not miss the chance to visit this amazing resort.

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