Split is second largest city in Croatia is economic, administrative, educational, sport and tourist center of Dalmatia county (Middle Dalmatia). Split has become a major tourist destination in Croatia and is not only attractive because of its natural beauty, but it is in fact a culturally and historically rich city. The name Split is a souvenir from all the empires that have reigned over the country in the last few centuries, which was originally derived from a spiny-broom shrub found abundantly in the region. Although, economically the city is in a precarious position due to the country’s shift from socialism to capitalism.

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Tourism in and around Split

Cities and regions in Croatia