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The
palace of the Emperor Diocletian at Split in Croatia
is today the heart of the inner city of Split. Join archaeologist,
Dr Paul Wilkinson, on a long weekend trip that brings the glory
of this Imperial residence to life. This ‘no frills’ holiday
of £250 does not include flights or hotel but does include
all entrance fees, a local guide and ferry to the island of Hvar
and coach or bus to the nearby Roman town of Salona.
Friday 21st September
In the morning we will meet at one of the main gates for
a tour of this wonderful building.
The ground plan of the palace is an irregular
rectangle with towers projecting from the western, northern,
and eastern facades.
It combines the qualities of a luxurious villa with those of
a military camp. The three main gates are still preserved to
the height of the still surviving
ramparts. These monumental gates are set into the
middle of each of the rampart walls and led to an enclosed
courtyard.
The gate overlooking the sea on the southern side was simpler
in shape and decoration.
Saturday 22nd September
With so much to see within the Palace we will continue our
tour until lunch.
Diocletian’s cabbages are still renowned as a local speciality
as well as other delicacies slow-cooked in a pot called a ‘Peka’.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Archaeological Museum
in Split, rightly described as the oldest museum in Croatia
and
visit Salona, the Roman town set on the hills above Split.
Sunday 23rd September
We will start the day with taking the ferry to the island
of Hvar made famous by its harbour.
The Venetians realised the potential of the town and harbour
and colonised it early on.
The Venetian architecture is a feature of the town with
the famous Venetian stone lions
embellishing the nobles houses. After lunch we will walk
to the theatre, one of the oldest in Europe and up to the
Illyrian
citadel.
We will return to Split by ferry which leaves Starigrad
from the other side of the island.
Monday 24th September
An early start by coach to take us to Trogir situated on
its own artificial island, its rich culture was created
under the
influence of Greeks, Romans and Venetians. Now a UNESCO
World Heritage Site the town is an absolute gem of architectural
styles.
What
the price of £250 per person includes:
• Fully-guided and escorted tours provided by Dr Paul Wilkinson
• Coach and local guide on some days.
• Entrance fees for museums and sites as specified in the itinerary.
The trip does not include flights, transfers, hotels or meals
(flights available from easyJet at about £29.99 - see-
easyJet.com).
Our preferred hotel is the Hotel Slavija, see www.hotelslavija.com
To Book: Send a deposit of £25 (with final payment four
weeks before departure)to the:
Kent Archaeological Field School
School Farm Oast, Graveney Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8UP.
Please note that all details are provisional.
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