Church of Holy Salvation

The stone church features a longitudinal nave with three apses, a bell tower, and two-story westwork supported by five pairs of buttresses.

Built in the late 9th century by district prefect Gastika of Cetina, the church underwent modifications in the 13th century when its central apse changed to rectangular.

Archaeological excavations revealed 1000 Croatian graves from the 9th to 14th centuries containing jewelry and coins, documenting medieval burial practices.

Located 8 kilometers northwest of Vrlika, the church stands as a protected cultural monument of Croatia under reference number Z-4303.

This structure maintains the only surviving pre-schism bell tower among Croatian churches from the 9th century.

Location: Civljane

Inception: 10 century

GPS coordinates: 43.97318,16.42726

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:32