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Controversies behind Split and Croatia-Anthropologist guide

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Split, Croatia
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Overview

Most tours show you what happened. This one helps you understand why it still matters. Instead of focusing on facts alone, it explores identity, belief, and the narratives that shaped modern Croatia. Led by a geographer and anthropologist, it turns Split into a story — not just a place. Designed for curious travelers who want more than a typical tour.

What's Included

  • The tour has addition of audio-visual material presented on tablet to make the topic more attractive.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Ul. kralja Tomislava 12
    21000, Split, Croatia

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    End point

    Trumbićeva obala 2
    21000, Split, Croatia

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    Palazzo di Diocleziano

    This tour will cover most of the Split's centre main locations, with the story to be told from the perspective of most controversive historical and modern issues of the area. The Diocletian palace is so fascinated site, that was contested issue of the locals for every historical period.
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    35 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda

    Riva, traditional promenade of mediterranean towns, is the place where most of the public life happens and location where important historical events took place.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Trg Braće Radić

    The old Venetian square is a great place to tell the stories of turbulent historical times when Split was the last frontier fighting the Ottomans. To tell the stories how that period is perceived nowadays and why those times still shape today's politics and local identity, this is the perfect location.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Narodni trg

    When we walk over the mentioned square, it is less know fact that under our feet there are human remains since the location used to be ancient graveyard. Some amazing events happend later on at this location, but also some of the infamous events.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Šperun ulica

    One of the most famous Split's neighbourhoods is located here. While it is the most popular location for tourist stay in Split, not many of them knows the story behind the neighbourhood.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Trg Franje Tuđmana

    The square is named after the first croatia president. By mentioning him, the story takes us to turbulent times at the end of the 20th century, the century that is probably the hardest history lesson in croatian schools, with many issues that still divide the croatian society.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Matejuška

    This is the location where our tour ends. From there we see the most famous view od Split and is chosen to be the spot where we will tell the final words of the tour and to give insight to the modern Split.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Controversies behind Split and Croatia-Anthropologist guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-352840P1

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    What's Included

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    • The tour has addition of audio-visual material presented on tablet to make the topic more attractive.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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