Temple of Jupiter

Introduction

The Temple of Jupiter is located within the Diocletians Palace complex in Split, Croatia, an important component of the imperial palace constructed by Roman Emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century AD, dedicated to Jupiter, king of the Roman gods. Despite over 1700 years of weathering and historical transformation, the temple retains awe-inspiring ancient Roman architectural elements including exquisite Corinthian capitals, majestic archway structures, and sacred altar remnants. Two granite sphinxes once stood before the temple, with one still guarding the entrance today, witnessing the glory of ancient Roman civilization. In the medieval period, the temple was converted into a baptistery and now stands open to the public as a core historic site within Split old town. It serves as a precious window into the glory of the Roman Empire and the cultural fusion along the Adriatic coast, recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site that encompasses the historic complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian.

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