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St. John's Fort

Put Tanaje 29, 22000, Šibenik, Croatia

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Do you know which was the first city in the world to receive public lighting? No, it’s not London, Paris or New York, but the streets of Šibenik, a tiny medieval town in Croatia, were lit up in 1895. Not just that, Šibenik is also the oldest Croatian city on the #DalmatianCoast, established in the middle ages. It is less touristy but equally charming when compared with its more popular neighbouring cousins such as #Zadar, #Split and #Dubrovnik. Established in the 11th century, Šibenik is known as the gateway to the Kornati islands. Guarded by five fortresses, the pocket-sized town has an amazing coastal vibe and is very famous among music and history lovers. The beautifully preserved old town gives you the vibe of the 15th and 16th-century era. And perhaps, that’s why it even featured in Game of Thrones Season 5. This walkable city has a lot to see, such as the St. James Cathedral, St. Michael’s Fortress, St. Nicholas Fortress, St. John’s Fortress, Aquapark and a lot more. Most importantly, this is the only county to have two national parks – #Krka & #Kornati. So, when are you visiting Šibenik? This post is part of my ongoing #travelseewriteineurope series. Stay tuned for more updates. 📸 shot on @apple #iphone14promax, DJI Mini 2 & LumixS5II Thanks, @lovesibenik, for a great time and for providing some footage. #visiteurope #europediaries #travelseewrite #europe_gallery #europetrip #igerseurope #wonderful_places #worldtravelpics #bestvacations #unexplored #offbeat #beautifuldestinations #upoznajbalkan #balkan #CroatianExploration #CroatiaFullOfLife #offbeatplaces #gameofthrones #gameofthroneslocation

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Sv. Ivan is the third fortress overlooking Sibenik, this fortress has not yet been renovated, and currently they are excavating parts of the fortress around 2020 it is schedule to be fully renovated. If you visits fortress Barone, it is a less than 10 minutes’ walk to get to Sv. Ivan, which is definitely is worthwhile, entrance is free, but visiting is on your own responsibility as you can see on my photos!

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Amazing view in front of the entrance. I think this fortress is the best among three fortresses (Barone, St. John's, St.Michael). I truly recommend to visit this place just before sunset. Entrance fee is 11.5 euros for adults, including entrance to Barone fortress. But you can visit three fortresses for 13 euros. There are also a large free parking lot.

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Fortezza Sant’Anna (trdava Sv. Ana).

La Fortezza di Sant’Anna è la più antica delle quattro fortezze costruite alla difesa della città di Sebenico. Costruita all’inizio de primo secolo su un precedente castelliere e le fu dato il nome di San Michele protettore della città di Sebenico. Nel 1221 fu distrutta, poi nuovamente riedificata nel XIV secolo, è un rudere e attualmente stanno facendo dei lavori di recupero delle vecchie mura circostanti. Si trova sullo stesso colle poco distante dalla Fortezza Barone che è stata ristrutturata di recente, molto carina e offre uno stupendo panorama della città di Sebenico con il bellissimo canale di Sant’Antonio e le isole circostanti. Attualmente può essere poco interessante, ma se si vuole vistare queste fortezze vale la pena di visitarla per la sua lunga storia passata.

Fortress Sant'Anna (trdava Sv. Ana).

The Fortress of Sant'Anna is the oldest of the four fortresses built to defend the town of Šibenik. Built at the beginning of the first century on a former castle and given the name of San Michele protector of the city of Šibenik. In 1221 it was destroyed, then rebuilt again in the fourteenth century, it is a ruin and are currently doing some work to restore the surrounding old walls. It is located on the same hill not far from the Baron Fortress which has been recently renovated, very pretty and offers a wonderful view of the city of Sibenik with the beautiful canal of Sant'Antonio and the surrounding islands. It may be uninteresting at the moment, but if you want to visit these fortresses it is worth visiting for its...

5.0

It was named after the chapel which was situated at the same place and it was built at the very top of the hill (115 m above the see level ) above the city. The citizens of Sibenik built it in only two months ( in August and September of 1646) to use it for protection against Turkish warriors which started to attack the city in that year. It is still standing....

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