The award is given to cities or institutions for outstanding efforts in the protection and restoration of historical heritage. It will be presented for the first time as part of the 3rd international conference of historical cities which will take place in Solin on March 21-24.
"The public institution Fortress of Culture has been set up to manage Sibenik's landmarks and tourist attractions -- fortresses, and the award is a mark of recognition for our fortresses, St Michael's and Barone, which draw people from around the world," Mayor Zeljko Buric said on Tuesday.
Barone Fortress has won the Plautilla award in the Best Tourism Product category for the high quality and creative interpretation of historical heritage.