Things to see…Things to do… Split

 

 

 

 

Things to see…

What makes Split the most famous place is Diocletian’s Palace , the best preserved Roman building in the world , which is under UNESCO protection from the year 1979 and best of all that is that palace is not a typical palace because today people actually living in it .
It has four monumental gates Porta Aurea ( Golden Gate , Golden Gate ) , Porta Argento ( Silver Gate , Silver Gate ) , Porta Ferrea (Iron Gate , Iron Gate ) and Porta Aenea ( Brass Gate ) .

Then there is St. Duje ‘s cathedral originally built around 305 AD as a mausoleum of Roman emperor Diocletian ‘s – the oldest cathedral building in the world , Peristyle square ( peristylium ) the main square of Diocletian ‘s palace with well preserved Roman architecture as Jupiter ‘s temple an ancient Roman temple which became St . John’s church and two original Egyptian sphinxes .

And if you go down through the cellars of the Palace you have access to the sea on the Riva (waterfront) the main city promenade where mainly happens all.

Split is filled with labyrinth of narrow streets where you will find small cafes, bars, souvenir shops, restaurants and other things….

Things to do…

If you do not drink coffee on the waterfront Riva promenade you have not even been to Split.
In addition to all the other attractions that you need to visit a little far from the city center is a famous sandy beach Bačvice where you can play Picigin – the most famous local game and yet on the other side of the city there is a hill Marjan situated on the west of Split. Marjan is an oasis for many people who look for a natural stress relief, a great place for long walks, jogging, and bike rides.
Lots of local color and excitement to experience is at the Green Market – Pazar where you get to know the lifestyle of the people of Split.
Take a walk on Marmont street for a little shopping and treat yourself at some of the local restaurant to try local specialites such as pasticada and njoke , soparnik, Dalmatian prsut and other.

 
In Split there is a lot thing to do. It and has rich cultural and entertainment life, especially during summer when the whole city turns into a large open party stage.
Once you get to experience all that this city offers and get to know its temperament but friendly people you will be in love forever.

 

Restaurant Maršal ****

Located in the heart of the old part of town, restaurant Maršal is a must-see destination for all lovers of delicious dishes prepared in a modern way by our chefs. Thanks to the nearby fish market as well as local fruit and vegetable market, the restaurant offers daily fresh ingredients throughout all of their prepared meals.
If you want to surprise your palate, you must try some of our main dishes, among which we can highlight Beef fillet in baking sauce with argula, mushrooms and parmesan cheese. For all fish lovers we would definitely recommend baked Tuna in tomato sauce with olives and fried rice noodles.

For all those who wish to take a small snack with a glass of wine, restaurant offers a variety of tapas prepared from top quality ingredients such as smoked salmon, pata negra, calamari and shrimps.
Gourmets will definitely delight selection of desserts such as tart with figs and carob, chocolate truffles as well as panna cotta with sour cherry served in a cup.
With a wide selection of local and international wines and various alcoholic or non alcoholic drinks, the restaurant can also offer a number of cocktails.

Below you can find recepie for delicious Mojito

 

Ingridients:
-1lime
-2 tea spoons of brown sugar
-2 fresh mint leaves
-0,2 dcl Triple Sec
-0,5 dcl Havana Rum III
-Sparkling water or sprite
-Crushed Ice
-Mint for decoration

Serving:

Mash mint and lime cut into cubes, add sugar. Mix everything well and fill the cup with crushed ice, add the rum. To the top of the glass pour soda or sprite. All good stir with a spoon and add a sprig of fresh mint for decoration

Belong to those who complain that they are bored and have nothing to do in the summer. With our scale of fun activities, you will hardly ever be able to say that you are bored

Regardless of whether you stay most of the summer on the city streets or you’re going to rip up some beaches, we are sure that you never get bored. The next time you feel that you hunted fjaka and you do not know what to do with themselves, remember these great ideas.

Here they are:

Gather friends and go on a picnic.

Go for a walk and this capture trees, people, flowers. Record a profession and this capture him several times a day and perpetuate the changing light.

Buy beads to trade with play materials and make necklaces and bracelets that you will sell, and donate the money to charity. Earned money you spend on a gift for your dear ones.

 Subscribe to an association of animals or for the protection of children and volunteer.

You’re bored? Clean your room, Rearrange shelves, scattered sort photos, cast magazines that just collect dust.

Make cakes and sweet delights bites a relative.

With a friend, brother or sister play ball a game from childhood.

Write a detailed e–mail to a friend whom you have not seen for a long time.

Go to the cinema with a relative who has long been calling for a coffee.

Make fresh juice and enjoy on the terrace while ispijaš and the way you listen to some relaxing music summer.

Surprise your family a delicious dinner, you‘ll complete serving of course, with the decoration of the table.

Arrange a movie night with friends and enjoy the popcorn.

Fry the compilation of favorite songs from early childhood to today and call it ‘soundtrack of my life. “

Read the book on which the film was shot scenario you’ve already watched. Spend the day at the library. Visit the museum.

Buy a canvas and paint and Paint the picture you‘re going to hang in his room.

Turn on the radio and dancing with it, like you’re alone in the world. Of course, in a reasonable time.

RESTAURANT-MARŠAL ****

RESTAURANT-MARŠAL ****

Join us in an unforgettable culinary journey at an exclusive restaurant Marshal within the boutique hotel Marmont. Start your day with energy and breakfast in modern designed restaurant, located in the heart of the old part of town.
Each morning guests are served a buffet with fresh pastries from whole grains, a variety of spreads, ecologically grown fruits and vegetables, natural squeezed juices and other hot drinks.
Menu consists of carefully selected meat and fish specialties, Mediterranean dishes with seasonal ingredients until pastry prepared by top chefs.
The specialty of the restaurant consists of exclusive dishes like Pate Negre as an extensive wine list with over thirty local and international wines.
Surprise yourself and your palate magic flavor and a pleasant and warm atmosphere that awaits you!

business hours
07:00-24:00 h
contact
E–mail: booking@marmonthotel.com
Tel. (Reception) +385 (0) 21308060

Split offers a wide variety of international cuisine, from pizzerias to salad bars. Split’s location on the Dalmatian Coast makes it a great seafood destination. So, in a few sentences we would like to point out some of the best authentic Croatian cuisine restaurants in town:

Noštromo is a long-standing Split establishment. The restaurant’s owners run the town’s fish market by day, ensuring that only the freshest seafood graces each plate. In the evenings, the market is hosed down and transformed into an outdoor seating area. Higher prices reflect Nostromo’s upscale ambiance, but diners should not be discouraged. The prices are comparable to Split’s most popular konobas.

Tavern Matejuska is located close to the harbor. It a small, family-run restaurant with great atmosphere and excellent food. The restaurant can accommodate approximately 30 people, half inside, and half at their outdoor terrace. Reservations are needed, especially during the summer.

Tavern Kod Hvaranina is a shabby looking restaurant, just out of the Palace walls. Restaurant has a really weary look, but the food is very good.. It is a small, family-run restaurant, and you feel it. The service is really warm and welcoming. The food is homely, fresh and tasty. They serve a very good traditional baby beef stew with gnocchi (Cro. Pasticada)

Tavern Tri Volta (Zalogajnica Dioklecijan) is a truly special place for people of Split. This restaurant has been here for 40 years. The place is not decorated in a fashionable way. Crowd is mixed, young and old, many people know each other, and the atmosphere is convivial. Food is honest, homemade, it is an excellent place to taste a working class Dalmatian plates.

As Split’s hotel stock improves so does the profile of its restaurants in the old part of the town. Split started to offer a wide range of international meals in last few years. Here are some tips for other types of restaurants inside the palace walls and close to the sea:

Food & Wine Bar Zinfandel is located in the old part of Split. The place is modern and chic. Design is contemporary with brick walls and big floor to ceiling windows that can open completely. Zinfandel has over 100 international and Croatian wines on offer, as well as wide choice of seasonal tapas and cold platters. Look for their lunch time specials when you get a free glass of house wine if you order a meal.

Uje Oil Bar is a tapas style restaurant, located at the heart of Split old town. The place has a very good vibe, friendly staff, tasty food, excellent choice of olive oils and wines. The food is served on wooden boards. The menu with cooked dishes is updated daily, while cold cuts, marinated fish, olive oils and choice of oils are available daily.

Restaurant Dvor is located 20 minutes walk from the old town. Dvor has a beautiful outdoor garden seating with views over the sea. Make a reservation in advance to get one of their best tables. The restaurant has a stunning location, good food and attentive staff. Their meat and fish dishes are excellent, many are prepared on a charcoal grill, and they have very good desserts. The place is not cheap, but it is a good value for money.

Hotel Marmont also helped to improve Split’s restaurant offer.For all lovers of great food and superior modern style followers here’s a great and exclusive news.
We are announcing the opening of an exclusive restaurant as part of our luxury boutique hotel Marmont ****.Located in the city center, a blend of tradition and modern, you should expect top quality and variety of dishes prepared by top chefs that will not leave you indifferent.

Croatian wines

Wine production in Croatia is a very old activity, and recent discoveries place it in the Bronze Age and the time of the ancient Illyrians. Wine production in Croatia in recent years witnessed a steady growth, and the 2011th was 1.4 million hectoliters, which is 15% more than the 2005th Around 2000 Croatian wines labeled controlled origin.

Viticulture and Enology have a long tradition, are widespread in almost all parts of the country, and the wine culture is part of the traditional way of life. Therefore, in the home or restaurants usually drink wine from this region.

Natural features (climate, soil, topography) conditional on the division of the country into two main wine growing regions, continental and coastal, and each of them there are several vineyards with its specifics. About two-thirds of production consists of white wine, which is no longer grown in the continental region, while in the coastal predominant red wines. According to the quality of its wines are categorized as desktops, and premium quality.

In the continental part of the most widespread white wine Riesling (Italian Riesling or Laški), and the principal vineyards Baranja region Ilok in the extreme eastern part, Kutjevo region students in the central part of Slavonia, near Varazdin and Medjimurje in the extreme northern part of the country and in the foothills Plešivičko Zagreb area. Among the white wines are known and Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc and the red wines are the most common Franconia portugizac, which is drunk as a young wine.

In Istria, where the largest number of family producers with their own labels, most are grown Istrian Malvasia wine from white to black and Teran. The most famous wine from the northern Adriatic island is white žlahtina island. For a typical Dalmatian red wine obtained from Plavac Mali, which is often referred to by the location where it is grown (Dingaè or acts on the Peljesac peninsula). The famous vineyards and the island of Hvar, Vis and Korcula.

Trends for summer 2014

Here are five key trends for spring and summer 2014 that you can buy on the high street and wear now:

1. Pastels

It’s not a huge surprise that pastels are fashionable for summer. Pastels always reappear on the Spring/summer catwalks because they are perfect for this time of year. Light fabrics and colours are just what we need after months of hibernating underneath black leggings and long, slouchy knitwear.

2. Tropical florals

Everything’s coming up roses! The floral trend is everywhere — dresses, tops, bottoms. Even for the guys! Add a floral scarf to a simple, plain look or go for a bright pop of colour with your handbag. Mix and match trends too – the perfect monochrome look can include prints

3. Art school and prints

Probably the most recognizable Spring/summer 14 trend is the paint swirls, colour-blocking and brush strokes. This look is all about strong vibrant colour and interesting prints. If there’s one way to guarantee eyes will be drawn your way in spring / summer 2014, it’s by indulging in some bold, wearable typography. Slogans, statements and even abstract lettering simply call for attention, as well as start conversations. Clothes do all the talking this summer!

4. Sporty with spice

The athletic trend has been lingering for a while, but this season designers have injected a high-fashion attitude into classic sportswear separates. Athletic-inspired chic fashions and footwear are making a run for it. Key pieces are leather joggers, silk bombers and anything with shear panels. The jumpsuit is a nice alternative to a dress for a summer wedding, or perhaps opts for a block heel for your work wear wardrobe instead of your winter boots. Remember, don’t try to work every trend, go with what suits you and your budget. If breaking out the gym gear is not for you, then opt for a more versatile piece such as the cropped top, which was styled in various ways.

5. Orange Is the new black

We doubt the creators behind the show Orange Is the New Black, realized they were predicting a major fashion trend when they dreamed up the show’s title. Orange being established the colour of the season; strong colours such as bright yellows, hot pinks and blue tones are also wardrobe must-haves, as observed in the fashion weeks. There were also plenty of neutral tones to wear back with these stronger tones, such as light tan and chalky nudes.

 

 

Working these trends in to your wardrobe needn’t be expensive or daunting, remember less is more. If you are unsure about incorporating a trend into your clothing, why not introduce it to your look in a subtle way such as through your accessories.

 

 

Day city of Split ( Sv.Duje )

Holy Dujam , Latin Domnius , Doimus , popular saints Duje Split , martir the third century of our era , is certainly spiritual vertical city of Split , where he is patron .

On his feast day on May 7 , when the ritual opening of his cancer in the Split cathedral and when , accompanied by song and insignia parishes and brotherhoods , moving magnificent procession with his powers narrow town center with a Eucharistic celebration and sermons , once in the cathedral or in front of her and today the Riva promenade. Sv . Dujam the most valuable Split tradition , the concept of faith in which he chose for his patron saint , and put his bones in the cathedral , one of the oldest cathedral in the world . Sv . Dujam was bishop of Solin and sacrifice for the faith endured , according to tradition , in 304 AD during the reign of Emperor Diocletian , who is just near Salona , in what is now split , raised the stately home and ukopište . Fate would have it, just the imperial mausoleum of the emperor’s shrine became victim to the tomb became a place of celebration of life and faith , that the emperor’s coffin bone and blow in pieces , and the relics of St. . Duje become sacred. Throughout the centuries , the saint addressed the people but also many artists , especially in the visual arts . In the first Croatian oratory born composer Julius Bajamonti late 18th century music is arranged transfer Dujmovih bones , in honor of the saint are sung and composed many hymns pjesmenajčešće nature , a saint’s biography written by the most famous is the one from the pen of Dubrovnik John Dražića .

According to tradition it was believed that St. . Domnio lived in l . century, and that he was a disciple of St. apostolic . Peter and by the Split legend saint is originally from Syria , Christianity spoke thanks to all sermons . Peter and then was baptized in Antioch . By the same tradition , as a companion of St . Peter and the pankration Apolinar went to Rome , where it all . Peter instructed to preach in other regions : Pankeracije went to Sicily , Apollinaris of Ravenna and DUJAM the trans-Adriatic Salona , the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia . Sv . Dujam in the densely populated and multiconfessional Salons founded crkvenusvDuje.jpg community and many converted to Christianity . By order of the city manager Maurilija suffered a martyr’s death – beheaded , probably in Salona amphitheater , soon after he executed another 45 Dalmatian martyrs .

It was initially buried at Marusinac in Solin , and his cult spread among the faithful who were buried around his tomb . Throughout the centuries have worshiped him in a series of churches built in his honor – a few years ago one such church of Sts. Marian was rebuilt in Kotor . Dujam appears most often with the insignia of episcopal robes , with palm tree and a cathedral cross. How to Split an important his cult writes in the first chapter of the Statute of the City of Split from the 1312th year , which states: ” … Also, determine and decree that everyone must honor the feast of St. Duje appreciate and celebrate .”

Today, the mortal remains of St . Duje found in crabs on Morlaiterovom altar from the 18th century cathedral . A smaller part Dujmovih bone is in oratory of St . Venancius Lateran in Rome , the original seat of the head of the Roman Catholic Church , along with other Dalmatian martyrs and St. Porec . Mauro . In fact , Pope John IV . gave 641 per Abbot Martin transferred to Rome smaller relics of martyrs from Dalmatia and Istria , which was confirmed in 1962. , when Pope John XXIII . allowed to open the Lateran sarcophagus with their powers.

Detox after holidays

We all like to go all-out for the holidays eating cookies, cheese, casseroles and in that days our bodies are on sugar and fat overload. In that case, we have to give our body some simple detox to get back to normal, without starvation or rigid diet.
Here are some tips have to get back in everyday routine.

Skip the Coffee

Spend the next few days coffee free. Instead, get your caffeine fix with a cup of green tea. Just one cup helps to speed up liver activity—and after all that overeating, you may need it!

Drink Up All Day

Hydration is one the easiest as well as the hardest thing for some people but it’s essential in your detox regime. As obvious as this sound, drinking water helps to flush out toxins and eliminate waste from your body. Between the wine, beer and other drinks, hydration is the key. Focus on downing six to eight glasses of water daily. Add a lemon or orange slice for vitamin C to burn fat. Both your stomach and skin will thank you for it!

Load Up on the Fruits and Vegetables

Including a variety of raw vegetables and fruit into your detox regime is necessary in replenishing the essential vitamins and nutrients that your body as well as increasing your energy levels. Aim for 7-12 servings of vegetables and fruits per day and make them the bulk of all of your meals. Celery, cucumber, and kale are great options for restoring nutrients and normalizing blood sugar levels while grapes and coconut water contains high amounts of potassium for maintaining normal kidney function.

Eat breakfast every morning

You should eat breakfast, preferably at home, so you’re not tempted by the bagel the size of your head at the office. Skipping on breakfast usually backfires and causes over-eating later on.

Break Up With Sugar

To rid yourself of those sugar cravings, you need to go cold turkey. Skip the sweets and processed foods (which can pack in hidden sugars) in favor of veggies, fruit and whole grains.

Give Your Muscles Some TLC

Start every day with physical activity. Before checking email, taking phone calls or applying make-up, get out the door for a walk or go to the gym. Add just five minutes of yoga stretches to your morning routine to open up. The twisting of the muscles during the various positions releases fresh blood as well as nutrients and oxygen to the muscle all of which will help you recover faster.

Exfoliate and Soothe

The human body expels toxins through the pores on your skin. To help speed up this process, take a bath with one to two cups of Epsom salt to exfoliate the dead skin and draw out the toxins and environmental pollutants from the body. A bath with Epsom salts once per week for a half hour is all that you need for your detox regime. Besides, who could turn down an opportunity to soak and unwind in a warm bath!

 

International Rowing Regatta SV. DUJE

 

International rowing regatta Sveti Duje is an event featuring eights from Croatian and international universities.
The competition consists of two parts:

1. Race of the university eights from Croatia and abroad
2. Legends’ Race between the legends of Oxford, Cambridge and Split

The regatta has traditionally been taking place on St Domnius Day. The International Rowing Regatta Sv. Duje 2014 will take place in Split on May 4, and it will be quite a show of sporting prowess. Last year there were no less than 12 Olmpic medal winners in three boats.

University Eights Races take place at the 1000m long racing course in Spinut, with an increasing number of participating teams every year. The increase culminated in the past four years due to the participation of the best known names in university rowing, the Oxford and Cambridge Blue Boats.

Legends Race takes place in the city harbour on a 220m long course, whereby the legends of Split are competing against the legends of Oxford and Cambridge – the alumni that have rowed in the legendary Boat Race on river Thames in the past 10 years and that have won the brightest Olympic and World Championships medals.