Đardin
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Welcome to Đardin, officially known as Strossmayer Park, a beloved city green oasis located just north of Diocletian's Palace, near the Golden Gate. Surrounded by the remains of 17th-century Venetian bastions, this park has been the city's main park since 1859 and has been a key gathering point for Split residents and visitors ever since. The park has been renovated several times throughout its history, with the last major renovation taking place in 2002. At that time, the surrounding walls were decorated with verses by Tin Ujević, and a modern fountain was installed in the western part of the park. In the center of Đardin is the famous fountain with the figure of "Putto" - an angelic figure from the stonemason workshop of Pavle Bilinić, which gives the park a distinctive visual touch. Đardin is much more than a green area - it is surrounded by important city landmarks: there is a magnificent monument to Bishop Gregory of Nin, a sculpture by Ivan Meštrović, the remains of the medieval monastery of St. Euphemia, and the immediate vicinity of the Art Gallery further emphasizes the cultural value of this location. Throughout the year, Đardin is a lively center of social and cultural events in Split: numerous festivals, concerts, exhibitions and fairs are held here. In summer, the park provides shade and peace, while in winter it is a place of colorful decorations and Advent events.