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Wow what a place! I’ve been really enjoying Roman ruins lately and naive me didn’t realize how far reaching they were. Croatia too! I have a friend who’s entire family live in Split, I’ve been invited to stay with them. Hopefully I’ll get there one of these days! Have fun in Zagreb!

I would want to visit Stephen Biko memorial (if one exists)
If I was to visit South Africa I would want to visit a Stephen Biko memorial. I don't know if one of those exists however. But if there isn't one, his grave would do. He was an anti-apartheid activist who in 1977 was beaten to death while in custody. Peter Gabriel has written a song called Biko. It is a very good song and he always ends his concerts with that one. /Ake

Refreshing Memories!
Alex, it is seriously difficult for me to keep up with your travel blogs considering how many and how varied your travels have been most recently!! Your travels are impressive!! However, reading this particular blog certainly has brought back some refreshing memories of my own travels to Dubrovnik, Split, Trogir, and Plitvice Lakes (your next blog installment??). The history and architecture are incredible. I can understand how amazing it must have been for you to add to it all by staying inside the walls of Diocletian's Palace itself! If my memory serves me correctly, I believe we heard an impromptu a cappella concert in St. Domnius! And, oddly enough, the 2024 VT Euromeet will be held in Kotor with a pre-meet being held in Split and visiting surroundings, i.e., Salona & Trogir. Since I've been to those beautiful places already, I'm considering a trip elsewhere if at all possible! Happy New Year and Happy Travels in 2024!!

Spli & Trogir
Good to see you fitted Trogir into the schedule. As you say, the Roman centre of Split is something else given the size of the city and a great base.

Beautiful Courtyard
A fantastic visit at night. Wow.

Peljesac Bridge
This bridge is a beauty. I'm glad you had this experience.

Split.... a hulking port
A fresh rain can make a place glisten is the light and smell much better. Thank goodness for the arch to protect you and yes the lightening would be a concern in an exposed area. Sorry to hear about the ferry and cable car but the bridge sounds fantastic... a good trade off. You've absorbed the history and enjoyed the town. So many places, so little time. MJ