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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe enormous Cathedral of St. James is one of the highlights of the city. This cathedral from 1535 is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is absolutely beautiful. On the outside, there are a lot of details to discover, such as the faces on the edge along the back. The inside is also very impressive with large pillars and various special works of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does this cathedral look familiar to you? That is possible! This is one of the many places in Croatia where various scenes from the TV series Game of Thrones<\/em> were filmed. \u0160ibenik portrays the city of Braavos, where the Iron Bank<\/em> is located. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Cathedral of St. James is located on Trg Republike Hrvatske (Square of the Republic of Croatia) and the square is also a must-see. There is something beautiful to see on every corner. One of the most striking buildings is the town hall on the east side which has many pillars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure to explore Ul. kralja Tomislava as well. This is a small street at the back of the Cathedral. There is also a beautiful square here and it is usually very quiet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n No fewer than four fortresses can be seen in and around \u0160ibenik. You can visit some of them, including the St. Michael’s Fortress. From here you have a great view of the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u0160ibenik is an old town and is located on a hill. As a result, there are many narrow streets and stairs. It is very easy to get lost here and you will discover something new every time. There are many works of art hidden in the facades of the houses. Prefer not to get lost? If you walk up, you go to the fortress, if you walk down, you walk to the sea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fun fact: the street lights in \u0160ibenik have been around since 1895. Then Nikola Tesla arranged for the first European hydroelectric power station to be built on the Krka River. The energy was mainly used for these street lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The food in Croatia is really delicious! \u0160ibenik is also filled with great restaurants. What are the best places to eat in \u0160ibenik? A few recommendations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visiting a cemetery is not very common for most people during a city trip, but for groblje svete Ane I would certainly make an exception. It is located on a steep hill and the tombs contain many interesting details. You also have a beautiful view of the sea from the cemetery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bistro Caffe Bar Sveti Lovre is located in the medieval monastery Mediterranean Garden of St Lawrence and this too is one of the most beautiful sights in \u0160ibenik. The garden is well kept and there are signs so you can see which herbs and plants there are growing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To get there you have to cross the terrace of the restaurant. This is not a problem if you just want to take a look, but it is of course even more fun to enjoy this wonderfully quiet place with a book and a cup of coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Like many other Croatian towns on the Adriatic Sea, \u0160ibenik also has a mile-long promenade. Here you can enjoy a nice walk (also works well if you’d like to go for a run), plop down on one of the benches and watch the boats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you keep following the boulevard to the north, you will eventually reach Pla\u017ea Banj. A great place to take a break from your city trip and take a dip in the sea. Make sure you bring a thick towel if you want to lie down because the small pebbles can be quite painful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you don’t feel like chilling on a beach, visiting this place is one of the best things to do in \u0160ibenik. From the beach (and the viewpoint next to it) you have a great view of the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u0160ibenik is located near several beautiful sights in Croatia and is therefore also very suitable for a longer stay. What are the best day trips from \u0160ibenik?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Krka National Park is only a 20-minute drive from \u0160ibenik and is full of natural beauty. Here you can see steep cliffs, waterfalls and beautiful lakes. The best part is that you are allowed to swim in some places (unlike the more famous Plitvice Lakes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you have no transport yourself and do you have no patience for the local bus? You can also book an organized tour to Krka National Park<\/a> from \u0160ibenik.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note<\/strong>: I was not able to visit this park myself (I still regret it) because there is virtually no transport to the park in the low season. On weekends there are no buses, taxis and there are rarely any tours. So make sure to check this if you want to visit Krka National Park. Choose to visit the park during weekdays or rent a car if you plan to go on the weekend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The city of Zadar<\/a> is only an hour’s drive from \u0160ibenik. This city also has a beautiful historic city center and the large city walls are even on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It’s a great place to stroll around and here you can enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in Croatia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Kornati Islands (Nacionalni park Kornati) is a beautiful archipelago off the coast of Central Dalmatia. These (more than 80!) islands have impressive cliffs, are uninhabited and you can visit some of them with a boat tour from \u0160ibenik<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another great place that’s just an hour’s drive from \u0160ibenik is the city of Trogir<\/a>. The historic city center, which is located on an island, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (yes, they have a lot of those in Croatia) and is incredibly beautiful. In Trogir, there is a beautiful cathedral where you can climb the tower for an incredible view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For the best experience, it is a good idea to spend one or more nights in \u0160ibenik. What are the best places to stay in \u0160ibenik? Here are some tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check Booking.com<\/a> for more beautiful accommodations in \u0160ibenik.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Would you like to discover Croatia yourself? These websites are very useful if you want to book a trip to Croatia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n And these travel guides are full of tips for more beautiful places in Croatia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Rough Guide to Croatia<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fodor’s Essential Croatia<\/a><\/strong> | with Montenegro & Slovenia<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also read more about the most beautiful places in Croatia<\/a> on this website. For example, also read these articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many more articles about Croatia will be published on this website in the coming months. Would you like to stay updated? Subscribe to the newsletter<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out all the beautiful buildings on Trg Republike Hrvatske<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Explore the cemetery groblje svete Ane<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Krka National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Zadar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Kornati Islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Trogir<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Where to stay in \u0160ibenik<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tips for a great vacation in Croatia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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