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Salona was an ancient city near present-day Solin and Split in Croatia and served as the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia. Its archaeological remains include an amphitheatre, forum, public baths, paved streets, city walls, towers, temples, and early Christian basilicas. Urban life declined in the seventh century after incursions by Avar and Slavic groups, leaving the site as an open-air record of Roman and late antique Dalmatia.
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Where was the ancient city of Salona located?
Salona was located near modern Split in Croatia. It served as the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia.
Why was Salona important during the Roman period?
Salona was a major Roman metropolis and the administrative capital of Dalmatia. Its position near the Adriatic made it an important urban center in the region.
What happened to Salona?
The city was destroyed in the 7th century CE. Its decline followed the upheavals that reshaped the eastern Adriatic during late antiquity and the early medieval period.
How is Salona connected to Split?
Salona stood near Split and was the earlier Roman urban center in the area. After Salona's destruction in the 7th century CE, nearby Split became the better-known historic city.
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