Split is the largest and most important Dalmatian city, the second-largest urban center in Croatia, and the seat of Split-Dalmatia County. The city is situated on the shores of the Mediterranean, more specifically the eastern Adriatic Sea, spreading over a central peninsula. Split has a large metropolitan area and also many littoral towns as well. An important regional transit center, the city is a vital link to the numerous surrounding Adriatic islands and the Italian peninsula, as well as a popular tourist destination.

Split has its own airport which makes it very easy to reach. Flights come into the airport from many European cities including, London-Gatwick, Amsterdam and Berlin.

Once you have arrived at the airport the easiest option is to rent a car and drive to your destination in Split, the journey is very easy and will not take you any time at all.

The most important sight in Split to see is Diocletian's palace. You can get a locally published guide in English which describes this monument in great detail making it very easy for you to understand everything. Do not miss the Peristyle which is the main open space in the palace and is surrounded by a colonnade of six columns to the eastern and western sides and an arch, decorated with garlands, in the centre.

On the eastern side of the Peristyle is a cathedral. On the western side is what they call the "People's Square" with the old town hall which was built in the 15th century.

There are many things to do in Split, as well as a visit to the palace there are also museums, a beautiful harbour to visit and many churches and chapels for you to look in. There are also many restaurants in Split for you to enjoy and For bars, make a beeline for the Palace where you can many different bars and clubs.

There are many hotels in Split ranging from 2 star to 4 star hotels, so whatever your budget you will never be short of a place to stay.

Don't forget if driving your low cost hire car in and around Split you must drive on the right hand side, the country operates a zero-alcohol tolerance and the law states you must wear your seat belts at all times. Speed limits should be observed at all times: 50km/hr in cities; 90km/hr city outskirts; 110km/hr major roads; 130 km/hr on motorways.

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