Šibenik, Croatia: A Medieval Jewel of Dalmatia

🎋Šibenik captivates visitors with its ancient architecture, winding cobblestone streets, and stone-paved squares - a perfect showcase of classic Dalmatian style. 🍁This coastal gem preserves remarkable medieval and Renaissance buildings, some dating back to the 14th century. 🔷UNESCO Gem: Cathedral of St. James Game of Thrones fans will recognize this architectural masterpiece as Braavos - home to the Iron Bank and where Arya Stark trained as an assassin.🔻 What makes it extraordinary? 💛 Built entirely of stone (no wood or bricks) - the world's largest pure-stone church🔻Construction spanned 105 years (1431-1536) 🌴 Features 71 unique citizen portraits carved along the choir walls - real faces from centuries past🔻 Recognized as one of the most creative Renaissance structures (UNESCO 2000) 🌊St. Michael's Fortress. For €11.50, climb the tower for panoramic views of:✓ Šibenik's red-roofed old town ✓ The meeting point of Krka River and Adriatic Sea #Croatia #MedievalArchitecture #StJamesCathedral