Donje Sitno

Donje Sitno is historically connected with Middle Poljica: the parish belongs to the historic area of Middle Poljica. Three buildings differ significantly in date, form, and state of preservation, offering a glimpse of local ecclesiastical architecture. The Church of the Holy Trinity is in the settlement, the chapel is above Jasenovo, and the old church is in the hamlet of Visak.

Churches and History in Donje Sitno

The parish Church of the Holy Trinity was built of stone in 1904 and stands in the center of the settlement above a rocky escarpment. It is a single-nave church with a semicircular apse. A single-nave church has one nave; the apse forms the rounded end of the building. This distinguishes two notable features of the church: its compact form and its position above the rocky escarpment.

The Chapel of Our Lady of Health is located above the hamlet of Jasenovo. It probably dates from the late 15th century. A comprehensive restoration in 1997 also included its surroundings and the access path. As physical access conditions can change, check access arrangements before visiting.

The old Church of St. John the Baptist stands in the hamlet of Visak within Donje Sitno. It was built before 1711 from irregularly hewn stone. The church is considered to be in very poor condition, and worship there is not recommended. Check the situation on site before approaching it.

More to explore in the wider destination of Split

In the wider destination of Split, the Meštrović Gallery is located in the Meje neighborhood at the foot of Marjan. It preserves sketches, letters, photographs, and plans documenting Meštrović’s life. The Meštrovićeve Crikvine – Kaštilac complex consists of an old Renaissance fortress and the Church of the Holy Cross. Another architectural highlight is Diocletian’s Palace: a rectangular complex measuring about 215 × 180 meters, with four large towers at the corners. It is one of the best-preserved monuments of Roman architecture in the world. Emperor Diocletian used the Golden Gate when he entered the palace on June 1, 305.

Museums and landscapes offer their own highlights. The Croatian Maritime Museum Split is housed in Gripe Fortress, a preserved fortification dating from the 17th century; in its courtyard, it displays the bow of the steamship “Bakar.” The Archaeological Museum in Split offers a virtual tour. Marjan rises above Split, reaching 178 meters at its highest point. It is directly accessible from the Riva and offers several viewpoints overlooking Split and the islands. Nature trails and fitness trails provide opportunities to relax. Bačvice is a sandy beach in the heart of Split, officially opened in 1919; picigin is played there year-round.

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