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Split-Dalmatia County

Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Flag of Split-Dalmatia County
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Coat of arms of Split-Dalmatia County
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Split-Dalmatia County within Croatia
Split-Dalmatia County within Croatia
Country Croatia
County seat Split
Area
 • Total 4,540 km2 (1,750 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 454,798
 • Density 100.18/km2 (259.45/sq mi)
Area code 021
ISO 3166 code HR-17
Website http://www.dalmacija.hr

Split-Dalmatia County is a region in Croatia. It is one of the 20 counties that make up the country. A county is like a large administrative area. The main city and capital of this county is Split. This city is also called the county seat.

The county covers an area of about 4,540 square kilometers (1,753 square miles). In 2011, about 454,798 people lived here.

How the County is Organized

Split-Dalmatia County is divided into smaller parts. These parts are called cities and municipalities. There are 16 cities and 39 municipalities in total. Both cities and municipalities are important local government areas within the county. They help manage services for the people who live there.

The biggest city in the county is Split. It has the largest population. Other important cities include Kaštela, Solin, and Sinj. These places are where many people live and work.



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