Trogir, Croatia — a UNESCO World Heritage old town

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★ ~2,300 years of history · UNESCO since 1997

How old is Trogir?

The story of a tiny Croatian island town founded by Greek colonists ~2,300 years ago — Roman port, Venetian fortress, and one of Europe's best-preserved medieval old towns, minutes from Split Airport.

~2,300
years of continuous life
3rd c. BC
founded as Greek Tragurion
1997
UNESCO World Heritage Site
1240
Radovan carves the cathedral portal

The story of Trogir

2,300 years on a single small island

Few transition.

Romans.

Venice.

UNESCO.

Today.

Timeline

Trogir through the ages

3rd c. BC
Greek found Tragurion.
1st c. BC →
Roman town.
6th c. AD
Christianity.
1123
Sacked, recovers.
1240
Radovan's portal.
1242
Béla IV refuge.
1420–1797
Venetian rule.
1468–1472
Renaissance chapel.
1797 → 1918
Austria.
1997
UNESCO 1997.

Good to know

Trogir history: frequently asked questions

How old is Trogir?

About 2,300 years.

Why is Trogir a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

UNESCO 1997.

Who founded Trogir and what does the name mean?

Greek settlers.

What is the most famous thing to see in Trogir?

Cathedral of St. Lawrence.

How long did Venice rule Trogir?

1420 to 1797.

What can you see in Trogir in one day?

A full day.

Is Trogir worth visiting?

Yes.

Is Trogir better than Split?

Different, not rivals.

How far is Trogir from Split and the airport?

~5–6 km from the airport.

Did you know?

Six things that make Trogir special

Fortified island.

Signed portal.

Greek street plan.

Ćipiko Palace.

Old pharmacy.

Minutes from the airport.

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