TARTAGLIA
Tartaglia Palace is situated in the heart of Split, walking distance from the palace. You are right where all the action is, around the corner from the Split main square, The Piazza, and some 50 meters from the famous Riva, water front promenade in Split.
As the name suggests, Tartaglia Palace is situated in the actual Diocletian’s palace, featuring 5 lux double rooms. It was built in 18th century, and is protected by UNESCO, due to its location. Tartaglia got its name from one of the oldest royal families in Split, dating back to 12th century. Tartaglia in literal translation means “the stutterer”, in the memory of the family member, who due to his speech impediment, could not perform the required town duties of his time. Accommodation at Tartaglia features the mix of yesteryear’s architecture and the modern day luxury, ensuring the perfect experience in the heart of Split.
THE TARTAGLIA EXPERIENCE
Although the “birth” of Split is associated with Roman Emperor Diocletian in 4th century AD, there are findings and locations today in present time Split, which date to prehistoric period, some 3000 years BC. First documented reference to Split (Spalatium), dates from 12 century Roman map. Word Spalatium is derived from the Greek word Aspalathos, a plant which had medicinal properties and was also used for dying of cloth. Present day Split began to develop with the arrival of Roman Emperor Diocletian, who chose this spot to retire to.
TOUCH SPLIT IN WINTER
Imagine leaving the door of Tartaglia and breathing in the cool Mediterranean air as you look down towards the gleaming Adriatic Sea. You can smell food cooking for breakfast close by at the Riva promenade. You’ve already sampled a traditional Croatian breakfast of polenta and lard on cornbread with a mattering off paprika and some super strong coffee, but guiltily, you are already thinking about lunch. Branimir has told you to try the Crni rizot, basically, a squid and black rice risotto, but a firm favourite in Split.
TOUCH DALMATIA
The spirit of the city and the culture of the people really comes alive, for example, when you visit the advent fair on the Riva promenade. Steaming hot sausages, mulled wine, souvenirs for sale and great local music. If you are looking for something a little quieter, Dardin park, offers classical music and this year also an ice-skating extravaganza. In the piazza you can also just chill out to various advent attractions. Sit down and enjoy some mulled wine with maybe some traditional festive season codfish and fritule, (fritule are a local kind of dumpling).