Trogir

   Trogir Holidays cultural and historical monuments, original architecture and nice alleys. Trogir - accommodation, vacation, travel... Trogir is a historic town and harbour on the Adriatic coast in Split - Dalmatia County, Croatia. The historic city of Trogir is situated on a small island between the Croatian mainland and the island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of the city of Split. Since 1997, the historic centre of Trogir has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Trogir is a little town, harbour and holiday resort, situated in  the Split - Dalmatian County at the west entrance to the Bay of Kaštela The town is located   on a little island in the strait between the Island of Ciovo and the mainland and is connected by two bridges. It is connected to all Dalmatian cities by the Adriatic road, and the Airport of Split is located close by just four kilometers east. Trogir is primarily a tourist destination, with a mild Mediterranean climate. Trogir has a fascinating 2300 years of continuous urban tradition. Its rich culture was  created under the influence of old Greeks, Romans, and Venetians.  Trogir has a high concentration of palaces, churches, and towers, as well as a fortress    on a small island, and in 1997 was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The orthogonal street plan of this island settlement dates back to the Hellenistic period and it was embellished by successive rulers with many fine public and domestic buildings  and fortifications. Its beautiful Romanesque churches are complemented by the outstanding  Renaissance and Baroque buildings from the Venetian period. Trogir is the best-preserved Romanesque-Gothic complex not only in the Adriatic, but in all  of Central Europe. Trogir's medieval core, surrounded by walls, comprises a preserved   castle and tower and a series of dwellings and palaces from the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque periods.  Trogir's grandest building is the church of St. Lawrence, whose main west portal is a      masterpiece by Radovan, and the most significant work of the Romanesque-Gothic style       in Croatia. The most important sites,Historical city core, with about 10 churches and numerous buildings  from 13th century, city gate and city walls, Fortress Kamerlengo, Duke's Palace, cathedral of St. Lawrence, big and small palaces Cipiko and city loggia. The Church of St. Barbara, formerly the Church of St. Martha is the most fascinating early-medieval church going back from the 11th century. Remains of St. Mary's Church, a six-leaf church dating from that period, are preserved at the southeast rim of the square, the sacral art museum lobby. Since the beginning 12th century, Trogir was gradually transformed into an autonomous commune, that recognized the rule of the distant Hungarian-Croatian kings. This was the time of great prosperity for the town, the period when the city walls were built, as well as the Cathedral, the monasteries and many houses, all built in Romanesque style. The historical core of Trogir is a unique monument of culture, and was because of that included in UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1997. The architectural and urban plan of Trogir has kept its basic medieval structural elements of a fortified town, the typical composition of squares and streets. Regardless of the architectural value of its specific structures, Trogir is mostly, remarkably valuable as a whole, with its many messages - artistic, cultural-historical and represents one of the most important cultural assets in Croatia, as well as the whole world. On our pages you can find many beautiful places for Croatia vacation and comfortable private accommodation in croatia apartments in all parts of croatian coast, like Istria, Kvarner, North Dalmatia, Central Dalmatia or East Dalmatia. Just one click will take you to unforgettable journey through most beautiful cities, settlements, nature, beaches and you can choose between many Croatia apartments. Tourism is the most important economic factor in the Trogir region, covering 50% of the municipal budget with more than 20,000 beds in hotels and private apartments. There is also a strong fishing and agriculture tradition among the population in surrounding areas. The most important industry is shipbuilding, with shipyard Trogir established at the beginning of the 20th century. Trogir lies six kilometers from Split Airport, and a regular bus connects Trogir with the airport and Split. In the future, the Split Suburban Railway will be lengthened towards the airport and Trogir. Trogir is one of the few Dalmatian towns that succeeded to escape interruptions to its urban life continuity. Croatia is very beautiful country with large amount of choices, so if you are natural or luxury type, or you just like romance or long walks, you can choose Croatia apartments in your destination and get high quality service for anything you need...You can choose between many different accommodations such as Croatia hotels, Croatia houses, Croatia camps, Croatia apartments, Croatia rooms.... 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