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The Lvxor Journal

History, gastronomy, and evenings on Peristil Square — the stories behind every table at Lvxor.

Live Music on Peristil: Lvxor's Summer Evenings With Live Musicians

Every summer evening, as dusk settles over Peristil, Lvxor brings live music to the terrace — international pop, R&B, and soul for a perfectly romantic mood. Here's what to expect.

Gastronomy·3 min

Black Risotto: The Dalmatian Classic That Defines Our Table

Rice steeped in cuttlefish ink, mussels, prawns, and the scent of the sea — black risotto is one of the most popular dishes on our menu. Here's why.

History·4 min

The Sphinxes of Peristil: How Diocletian's Obsession With Egypt Reached Split

A statue nearly 3,500 years old still rests on the stone flags outside Lvxor. Here's the story of the sphinxes that traveled from Luxor to Split on the emperor's own orders.

Gastronomy·5 min

Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner: A Guide to a Day on Peristil

From morning coffee beside the columns of Diocletian's Palace to candlelit dinners — here's how to pick the right moment to visit Lvxor.

Events·3 min

An Evening on Peristil: Klapa, Folklore, and the Sound of Old Dalmatia

On summer evenings, Peristil Square comes alive with klapa singing and traditional dance. Here's what to expect when you take a seat outside Lvxor.

Architecture·6 min

1,700 Years of One Building: A Short History of Diocletian's Palace

From an emperor's residence, to a medieval town, to UNESCO World Heritage status — Diocletian's Palace has survived nearly two thousand years of change, and Lvxor is part of that story today.