Croatia Walking Tour in 4K - KASTEL STARI 2023

A walking tour of the small Croatian town of Kastel Stari, located between Trogir and Split, gets its name from the word "castles," which means a fortified structure like a fortress, stronghold, or castle, built to protect crops and residents. These fortified palaces, known as castles, indeed looked like fortresses from the landward side, with their turrets, moats, battlements, and drawbridges. However, from the seaside, they were built in the style of Renaissance summer villas, with wide windows and balconies. Around these castles, residents from the old villages on the slopes of Kozjak mountain found refuge and safety, and they began building new fortified settlements. This, out of the 16 casteles, 7 towns with similar names were created, with Kaštel Stari being one of the most well-known. Its popularity has been on the rise, especially since the opening of a new marina in 2021, which attracts many tourists.

From the marina, you can also enjoy a beautiful view of the mountain peaks, including Mali Kozjak at 779 meters above sea level. The town also boasts a sizable beach and numerous restaurants where you can enjoy good food. This video was recorded in July 2023. Enjoy watching this walking tour in 4K Ultra HD quality here: https://youtu.be/X9DO585RzpE

Croatia Walking Tour in 4K - Trogir 2023

 

This film was recorded in one of the most beautiful port cities in Croatia - Trogir, located in central Dalmatia, specifically in the Split-Dalmatia County. Founded around the 3rd century BC, it has been ruled over the years by Greeks, Romans, Hungarians, and even the Republic of Venice. It stands out with its stunning old town situated on an island with narrow streets. Since 1997, it has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the harbor, there is a wide promenade lined with palm trees, around which the city's evening life revolves, and luxury yachts are often moored. The area features not only important historical sites but also restaurants, bars, and hotels. The island with the old town is separated from the mainland by a narrow channel, which was likely dug by humans and carefully maintained over the centuries, and it is connected by a stone bridge. On the southern side, towards the Čiovo island, Trogir is naturally separated by the sea and also connected by a bridge. The narrow streets of the old town hide many historical landmarks, including the Land Gate (Kopnena vrata), Stafileo Palace (Palača Stafileo), the Cathedral of St. Lawrence (Sv. Lovre), Ćipiko Palace (Palača Ćipiko), and Kamerlengo Fortress (Kaštel Kamerlengo). This video was recorded in July 2023. Enjoy watching this walking tour in 4K Ultra HD quality here: https://youtu.be/iEj4AePKx_s