Religious site
Šibenik Cathedral
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Šibenik Cathedral, officially the Cathedral of St. James, is a stunning Renaissance structure carved entirely from stone. Its construction spanned the 15th and 16th centuries, blending Gothic and Renaissance styles. The cathedral is renowned for its intricate stonework, including a striking frieze of 74 human heads on the exterior apse. Inside, visitors admire the harmonious proportions, the baptistery, and the stone altar. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it stands as a testament to the skill of local builders and the cultural richness of Šibenik.
Don't miss
- Examine the frieze of 74 sculpted faces on the exterior apse
- Visit the beautifully proportioned baptistery with its ribbed vault
- Notice the seamless stone construction without any binding material
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Šibenik Cathedral
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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