Scala location
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Scala Position was built in the 17th century, at a time when the Venetian Republic fortified Klis as a key point of defense against the Ottomans. It was not just an observation post – quick decisions were made here, messages were transmitted and control over the entire surrounding area was maintained. In the 19th century, during the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the position was further strengthened and used militarily until the end of World War I. Interestingly, Klis has been an unavoidable military and trade crossroads since ancient times. The Illyrians built their first fortress on this site, then the Romans built their castrum, and the Croats had their kings' seat here in the Middle Ages. Klis was so important that it was called the "key to Dalmatia" and the "heart of the Croatian kingdom". Throughout history, the fortress has changed masters – from the Illyrians, Romans, Croats, Ottomans, Venetians, Austrians, and all the way to present-day Croatia.