Red Corner: Split Appreciation

When I visited Split, Croatia this last summer, it was one of those places I wasn't particularly fond of at first, but then it slowly grew on me.

The problem is that Split is mostly a transit town. Droves of people arrive on busses and trains but stay only long enough to catch the first boat out of town. I was almost part of this crowd as well, but due to some logistical challenges, my girlfriend and I ended up staying the night in Split and ultimately, quite enjoyed the place.

Alex Crevar, writing for the New York Times, had a similar experience of slow appreciation for the port town. He too grew to appreciate this oft-overlooked gem after wandering through the ruins of Diocletian's Palace and partaking in some fantastic Italian food at Sperun--a fantastic restaurant we discovered as well.

So, if you ever find yourself in Split and are planning to catch a boat out of town, be sure to take a few days to enjoy it first. You'll be happy you did.

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