Fruit market

Fruit Square, officially the Radić Brothers Square, in the heart of whose historic core you are now, is located, among other things, between the Riva and Diocletian's Palace. Although the market no longer exists today, it has retained its name from the time when women from the surrounding villages sold fruit here. Today, it is a lively city area surrounded by cafes, shops and landmarks, popular with tourists and locals alike. The most famous detail of the square is the bronze statue of Marko Marulić, created in 1925 by Ivan Meštrović. It was erected on the occasion of the Adriatic Exhibition and the opening of the Split–Zagreb railway, and the ceremonial unveiling was attended by the cultural and political elite of the time. Marulić (1450–1524), a native of Split and the author of the first Croatian epic poem, "Judith", was a symbol of national culture and humanism. The statue was placed here because Marulić's home was located in the immediate vicinity, and Fruit Square has always been an important city gathering place. Behind the statue is the Milesi Palace, one of the most important examples of Baroque architecture in Split, built in the 17th century. In addition to its rich facade, it is also known for the fact that Don Frane Bulić, a prominent archaeologist and historian, occasionally stayed there. The palace hosted public gatherings, lectures, and events related to culture and science. The Fruit Square thus connects several key periods of Split's history – from ancient and medieval to Baroque and modern times – and remains one of the most recognizable spaces in the city with a strong cultural and historical significance.