The Peristyle is the main square of the Diocletian's Palace and was used by the Emperor himself to hold speeches. This is one of the biggest attraction in the historical part of Split.
It is framed by 24 granite columns on three sides. The longitudinal sides are lined with two rows of columns liked together with arches. With the construction of the new city square with the city hall (Pjaca) in between the 13th and the 14th century, Peristyle became more of a religious centre.
Pope John Paul II during his visit to Split said: "My God, how many feet must have passed over this path".
Split - "Emperor's City for History Lovers"
Private Walking Tour+Cellars Museum
Guided tour of Old Town Split, including the famous Diocletian's Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Peristyle and the basement cellars.
Four churches are built on Peristyle: St.Roch’s, Our Lady of Belt’s, St Philip Neri’s and St.Barbara’s (destroyed). None of them serve its original purpose.
Features
open 24 hours
Features
Heart of the Diocletian palace
Address & contact details
Street: Trg Peristil BB
Postcode: 21000
City: Split
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