Klis Fortress

Klis is an interesting place for those who like to see old fortresses.

• It is a unique fortress and it has three levels, surrounded by triple ramparts defensive walls
• The most important parts of the fortress, with the vital objects are the governor’s residence, St. Vid's church, gun powder storage, the garrison, etc.
• It has a fantastic view and the remote island Vis could be seen from there
• Note: The trip is organized as a part of an excursion to Split or Salona

The fortress of Klis is 11 kilometers far from Split and the sea-side; up to north. It is located on high cliffs above the only passage between a continental and coastal part in this area, and it served as a guard of the passage.

In the past, Klis had a more significant strategic and communicative position, than one would conclude based on it's size. It was successfully defended against Illyrians, Croatian king Trpimir, king Bela 4^th and the others. The Turks conquered the fortress in 1537, and possessed it for 110 years, and were pressed out from these regions forever.

The first of the three ramparts suffered the strongest attacks during its 1.000 years long history, so the towers and the walls were significantly improved.