Sibenik - Cathedral of St Jacob

(Local Name: Katedrala Sv Jakova) The Cathedral of St James (Katedrala Sv Jakova in Sibenik) is one of the highlights of the Dalmatian Coast and a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. This grand Cathedral took over 100 years to complete in the 15th and 16th Centuries. The construction was begun under the direction of Venetian architect, Antonio Dalle and later passed on to the sculptor Jurac Dalmatinac. Upon his death, the work went to Nikola Firentinac. During the course of construction a variety of styles were incorporated into the Cathedral, including the Gothic lower level and the Renaissance upper level.

One of the noteworthy features to take watch for while visiting the Cathedral is the frieze on the outside of the apse, with more than 70 unique faces, representing ordinary citizens from the 15th Century. Also of interest are the script of bishop Sizigoric, the "Gift of the Wise Men" by Ricciardi, and the "Lion's Portal" with figures of Adam and Eve by Dalmatina and Bonino Milano on the north side.