CROATIA / TROGIR / THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

CROATIA / TROGIR / THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Trogir, the historic harbor town in Croatia, is located only about 30 kilometers from the coastal metropolis of Split and is famous for its picturesque old town with its many beautiful attractions. Due to its good location near the airport, the UNESCO World Heritage city has become a popular destination not only for excursions but also for a holiday in Croatia. Therefore, you can expect numerous of exciting things to do in Trogir! The history of Trogir goes back to the 3rd century BC. and sightseeing in the medieval streets is a kind of time travel where there is something worth seeing at almost every corner. In addition, the city beaches of Trogir and the picturesque beaches of the offshore Ciovo Island guarantee a relaxing holiday.
The most important attraction is the historic old town, which is located on a small island and can be reached via 2 small bridges. This island was created when the Romans of that time separated the city center from the mainland by building trenches. Above all, the city’s culture was characterized by the influence of the Greeks, the Romans and the Venetians. In the heyday from the 13th to the 16th century, the most impressive buildings and attractions of Trogir were created, and it seems that the old town has hardly changed from then until today. To preserve this, the unique old town complex was declared as a World Heritage Site in 1997.