The Cathedral of St James in Sibenik
The Cathedral of St James in Sibenik
The Cathedral of St James in Sibenik
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Jeff K
Pittsburgh, PA2,352 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
We stopped here en route from Zadar to Split. The church was pretty impressive and we were able to grab a nearby parking spot. We were glad we saw it.
Note that you can take photos without a flash. We were unaware of this as the sign at the entrance indicated no cameras allowed. Also, there were about a dozen people there when we visited. We were the only ones wearing masks despite their rule requiring masks.
Note that you can take photos without a flash. We were unaware of this as the sign at the entrance indicated no cameras allowed. Also, there were about a dozen people there when we visited. We were the only ones wearing masks despite their rule requiring masks.
Written 11 September 2021
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RicherTrips
Monterrey, Mexico4,591 contributions
July 2021
If you´re traveling by road between Split and Istria Peninsula, this stop is a must. The town in lovely, although very hot in Summer, but the Cathedral is worth it. It has a beautiful façade, with geometrical perfection, that served as an inspiration for the one in Zadar.
But besides its symmetric balance, it´s full with sculptures and carvings that make it unique. Take a parasol and surround the building, to admire the lions gate and the heads in the apse.
The locals are so proud of their church, they built a great museum to give more information about it.
But besides its symmetric balance, it´s full with sculptures and carvings that make it unique. Take a parasol and surround the building, to admire the lions gate and the heads in the apse.
The locals are so proud of their church, they built a great museum to give more information about it.
Written 22 September 2021
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Juergen_MZ
Mainz, Germany132 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The cathedral impresses with its external beauty and its embedded location in the old town. A multitude of sculptures and elements are waiting to be discovered.
Despite the interior renovation, the full entrance fee of €5 was charged, although two thirds of it could not be seen due to the scaffolding. There was no indication of the construction work.
Despite the interior renovation, the full entrance fee of €5 was charged, although two thirds of it could not be seen due to the scaffolding. There was no indication of the construction work.
Written 30 August 2023
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C_and_H_11
Dublin, Ireland782 contributions
May 2023
On a really interesting walking tour of the old town of Sibenik, we entered the square opposite the Cathedral of St James. It's a really impressive building with fantastic stonework (especially the door surrounds) & the history of the way the roof was unbelievably saved during the war is something you will need to ask your guide to explain, a facinating story. The old city hall opposite houses an old cofe/restaurant of great character & we had coffees/drinks there with a great view of the Cathedral before continuing on our tour of this ancient & interesting city.
Written 15 July 2023
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mrstraveller1
York, UK2,175 contributions
Apr 2022
The exterior of this cathedral is majestic. Inside is less thrilling, though the kaleidoscope of colour of the sun beaming through the stain glass windows makes it worth a look. Sadly it was under internal renovation during our mid April visit so we did not see it as its best.
Written 18 April 2022
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John L
San Jose, California259 contributions
Nov 2022
We had a very intesting tour of Sibenik, to include the Unesco protected, very unique St. James Cathedral. it is a must see.
There are many carved figures on the columns outside. They were all carved into the stone.
Inside there are many beautiful paintings and displays. Construction of the church lasted from 1431 to 1536. WOW!!
There are many carved figures on the columns outside. They were all carved into the stone.
Inside there are many beautiful paintings and displays. Construction of the church lasted from 1431 to 1536. WOW!!
Written 20 January 2023
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Ⓜ️ MrMoreLight
Montreal, Canada1,721 contributions
Sept 2020
Quick and easy visit of the cathedral was quite impressive. You will be able to walk inside, visit as you please and take pictures. Take your time, there are quite a lot of details all around inside. I love the light coming in behind the altar, it is quite dramatic.
Highly recommended + the city museum.
Highly recommended + the city museum.
Written 4 February 2021
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FandRD
Leeds, UK340 contributions
Oct 2022
Fascinating completely stone built - including the entire roof.
Now needing more modern support eg scaffolding. Interesting history.
Admission is cheap AND includes its recently completed modern interpretation centre in nearby former palace. The centre interpretation boards are also in English. Fascinating modern digital "illustrations". Clear explanation throughout of the purpose and link to the Christian faith.
We were lucky enough to meet the young architect and designer of the centre, and who was rightly proud of his work.
Now needing more modern support eg scaffolding. Interesting history.
Admission is cheap AND includes its recently completed modern interpretation centre in nearby former palace. The centre interpretation boards are also in English. Fascinating modern digital "illustrations". Clear explanation throughout of the purpose and link to the Christian faith.
We were lucky enough to meet the young architect and designer of the centre, and who was rightly proud of his work.
Written 17 January 2023
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devoscoralie
38 contributions
July 2024 • Family
Nice building full of points of interest explained in a booklet.
The baptistery is beautiful really.
The statue of Christ on the cross is blatantly realistic.
Note the numerous tombs of this building.
The ticket also includes the museum visit which is recommended:-)
The baptistery is beautiful really.
The statue of Christ on the cross is blatantly realistic.
Note the numerous tombs of this building.
The ticket also includes the museum visit which is recommended:-)
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Written 4 July 2024
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Rebecca
Metzingen, Germany203 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Entry costs €10 per person. But you can also visit the museum attached to it. It is important that you come in appropriate clothing, but there are also appropriate "garments" to put on. Definitely worth seeing, but you shouldn't plan too much time here either. The church isn't that big 😉
For those who want to find out more about the church's construction, the museum is definitely a must. Very interesting.
For those who want to find out more about the church's construction, the museum is definitely a must. Very interesting.
Written 2 September 2023
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Ynchloe
Paris, France
combien de temps faut il pour la visiter? Nous n'avons qu'une seule heure pour sibenik...merci beaucoup de vos réponses.
Written 1 August 2017
Tout dépend de la réceptivité à l'art sur le site et de la foule présente, mais je pense qu'une heure en effet est possible, mais rapide alors.
Written 12 December 2017
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