The location of today’s Split- Dalmatia County, was inhabited early on thanks to its mild climate, fertile soil and numerous springs of potable water. In fact, ceramic pots dating back to the Palaeolithic Age were found in the bed of the River Cetina near to Trilj as well as in the local cemetery of Šibenica in Glavice, The first villages were founded on the trade paths of the ancient Illyrians and Greeks. The Illyrians traded with the Greeks and founded the first urban centres such as Salona, Epetion and Tragurion whereas the Romans founded many of today’s urban centres such as Split. The islands such as Hvar or Brač were also inhabited in the prehistoric period, highlighted by the islands unique culture such as the oldest painting of a boat in Europe which was found on the wall of the Grapčeva špilja (Grapčev cave) which is proof that sailing also took place in this Prehistoric period. The hinterland of Split- Dalmatia County, and particularly the Imotski border-land, was inhabited by the Delmatae (an Illyrian tribe) who battled with the Romans for centuries. History was continued by the Croats, of which the numerous monuments are proof of their existence, evidence that this county was the cradle of the State of Croatia. The numerous Croatian kings were crowned in Solin, and many were also buried there. The exceptional buildings created by famous architects as well as the many great literary works from people such as Marulić’s Judita, have formed this county that once was the most important cultural centre in Croatia.