Romanesque & Gothic

The Middle Ages left some of the most significant sacred buildings in the region in the Dalmatian coastal towns:

Cathedral of St. James, Šibenik (15th-16th century)

UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture: The entire cathedral was built from stone — without bricks, without wood, without mortar. The 74 portrait heads on the exterior facade depict citizens of Šibenik (a Who's Who of the 15th century). Architects: Juraj Dalmatinac and Nikola Firentinac.

Cathedral of Trogir

The Romanesque-Gothic Radovan Portal (1240) at the west entrance is one of the most significant sculptural works of the Croatian Middle Ages: Adam and Eve on lions, surrounded by allegories of the months and hunting scenes.

Euphrasian Basilica Poreč (6th century)

Early Byzantine masterpiece with golden mosaics, among the best-preserved outside Ravenna. UNESCO World Heritage Site.