Surrounded by some of Norway's most dramatic natural beauty, Stavanger is a favorite with nature lovers. The city - voted the 2008 European Capital of Culture - is also one of the most vibrant cities in Norway for its festivals, nightlife, and culinary scene. Stavanger - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Recommended Itineraries - One Day in Stavanger - Two Days in Stavanger - Old Stavanger - Colorful Street - Stavanger Cathedral - Pulpit Rock - Swords in Stone - MUST (MUseum Stavanger) - Norwegian Canning Museum - Stavanger Maritime Museum -...

Split is the leading city of the Dalmatian region of Croatia and is the economic centre of the beautiful eastern Adriatic. It features a delightful historical centre with Roman walls, temples and squares. Split once housed a palace for the retired Roman emperor Diocletian. With its narrow streets and hidden treasures, Split is the second largest city in Croatia. Split - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Diocletian Palace & Peristil - Cathedral of Saint Dominius (St. Duje Cathedral) - Veli Varos (Old Split) & Marjan Hill - Museum of Croatian...