Before Split, there was Salona. Salona is right by the town of Solin, which neighbors Split. It was first populated in the 1st millenium BCE by the Greeks, and later taken over by the Romans, who made it the capital of Dalmatia until it was abandoned in the 7th century. Today, visitors can still see the recognizable ruins of Roman architecture: an amphitheater, public baths, and a forum. Unlike most sites of ancient ruins, Salona is open to exploration. Wild grasses and flowers are taking over the crumbling stone. Paths, at times quite faint, are retraced by generations of visitors. Adults and children alike can be found climbing through the ruins, almost like a historical playground. Easily accessible by local buses, Salona is the perfect place to escape for a couple hours and explore a history of Dalmatia.
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