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Shibenik is the capital of Shibenik-Knin County, it is the oldest Croatian autochthonous city on the Adriatic, located in the most protected natural harbor, and it was first mentioned in 1066. Today, the city is known for various things. For example, as the first city in the world whose street lights were powered by a multi-phase alternating current system, which went from the second oldest hydroelectric power plant in the world - the Jaruga power plant. Construction of the power plant began in 1894 and lasted more than a year. The plant delivered enough electricity to power 340 street lights in Sibenik. Šibenik also has two places under UNESCO protection - the fortress of St. Nicholas and the Cathedral of St. Jacob. The city is on the list of architecture lovers from all over the world, along with London, Berlin, Beijing and New Delhi. As the city where he was born in 1551. Bishop Faust Vranchich, who invented the parachute, and Dražen Petrovich, one of the best European basketball players ever. Shibenik appears as the location of the film in three episodes of the fifth season of the serial Game of Thrones. It has become Braavos, the city of the Iron Bank, for a while and it will be interesting for all fans of the series to see the famous landscapes.

№12 in Cities of Croatia

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Ella

Ella

23/01/2022

My friend and I noted how easy it was to find affordable accommodation in Sibenik. We really liked where we were staying.
Matthias

Matthias

13/11/2021

I appreciated the availability of shops and other business areas. It was convenient for me to find places to shop in Sibenik.
Sofia

Sofia

17/11/2021

I was able to find affordable transport in Sibenik. I rented a car that was pocket-friendly to me.
Leo

Leo

21/10/2021

We found lots of places to enjoy our night life in Sibenik. We came across a number of highly rated night clubs.
Eva

Eva

14/02/2022

I found the roads in Sibenik to be quite beautiful. I think they are very efficient for anyone exploring the city while driving or riding.
Hannah

Hannah

31/10/2021

My friend and I were able to enjoy the hot weather in Sibenik. We took advantage to relax on the lovely beach.
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