Peristyle

Peristyle

The colonnaded central square of the palace.

Sight

Photo: Bengt Nyman from Vaxholm, Sweden / CC BY 2.0

Why it is worth your time

The Peristyle was the ceremonial heart of the palace, where the emperor would appear before his people. Today it hosts concerts and is a favourite spot to pause over coffee. As an audio stop, it works best if you slow down here: look for the stonework, the surrounding streets and the way locals move around the landmark. It gives the route a clear story beat between the postcard sights and the smaller discoveries nearby.

Croatia Atlas tip

Sit on the ancient steps at dusk: klapa singers sometimes fill the square a cappella.

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