Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments, Archaeological museum in Split, Croatia.
The Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments houses stone sculptures, weapons, jewelry, and Latin inscriptions from the early medieval period spread across multiple exhibition halls. The collection encompasses objects ranging from personal adornments to monumental carvings that document the daily life and power structures of the era.
The museum was founded in 1893 and relocated several times through Knin, Sinj, and Klis before establishing itself permanently in Split. Its current building opened in 1976 and has since served as the main repository for medieval Croatian monuments and artifacts.
The stone inscriptions display names of early rulers and religious leaders, offering direct insight into the social structure and identity of the time. Visitors can read these carved texts to understand how people saw themselves and their leaders.
The museum is located at Meštrovićevo šetalište 18 and displays most of its publicly accessible collection in permanent exhibitions. Visitors should allow ample time to explore all exhibition halls thoroughly.
The museum holds Europe's largest collection of Croatian Latin stone inscriptions, with many pieces dating from the 9th century. This assemblage is found nowhere else in such concentration, making it a globally significant resource for understanding early medieval rulers and their times.
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