Sibenik Things to Do

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Exiting the old town we arrive at this large and modern square, without any chock. A small garden beside it and a flea market help to integrate everything in an acceptable harmony.

This reminded me that we spent a week in historic Croatia, but didn´t see much of "modern Croatia". Or did we?

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I'm not an expert in architecture nor history, so, don't ask me why did this cathedral deserve to become UNESCO heritage, as it did in 2000. I saw Gothic elements with Renaissance ones as in many other churches around.

I read that the combination of both styles is particularly well succeeded here. OK. That's it, nice, but it didn't impress me that much!

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It's easy to explore the old town, with two main streets housing all the interesting locations.

Commerce is well integrated, with discretion, but always allowing a varied look, with the narrow streets easing the walk with their shades.

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The current day cemetery is from the mid 1800's, and still in use today. There are family plots where multiple generations are buried. Pictures and photos of them adorn the plot headstones and monuments.

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It is also called Sv Ana by the locals today. It is from the 15th century and was even a defense point for Illyrians back in early AD times. The fort kep t getting more ramparts and defense strengthened through the 17th century. Above it is Ft Ivan to defend the higher points. The fort is on a crest of 300 feet. The fort was attacked numerous times and came to ruin a few of those times. The inside today is nothing but a vacant shell, and grassy grounds. the joy of being up there is to take in the views. Fee to enter is $4 and the times are 9-7PM daily

It is located in Trg Republic Hrtvatski and across from St. Jacov church. It is a communal plathea and was erected 1533-36 time frame. The vaulted arches led to the management offices in the past, and even today. In the middle is a grand hall for events. That was destroyed in WWII, but rebuilt

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It is a purposeful design of neighborhood construction from the 16th century. They previously had walls surrounding its entirety that dated back form the 14th century. The area is still heavily populated and every nook and cranny filled with another small alcove or walk street to homes. It is easy to get lost in the maze, being unable to look up and see identifiable pints of reference. They were built on the steepest part of the hill on the western edge of town for protection. Surrounding that was the construction of the forts around it for protection in 1550-1650 era.

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It is one of the oldest churches in Sibenik and form the 11th century. It is a church used for locals even today and a real community church right in the neighborhood sector.
If you take the long route, it is more adventuresome to find this church. Start at Sv Mihovil-St. Michael fortress and follow the steps down the hill. There are some signs, but you may also need a local to direct you to find it . It is down a narrow street and you cannot see it unless you walk down that street to the church. Then you are right upon it. It probably is closed except for church services.