LANGUAGE
ABOUT ZADAR
Early morning. A gentle hum comes breezing in from Kalelarga, a
magical street celebrated in many local songs. Go out for a walk.
Meet some locals in nearby cafés, or maybe even learn a word or
two in Croatian. The word pjaca sounds good. Head over there and
visit the market for fresh produce and other goods, straight out
of Zadar’s fertile land and the sea.
If you don’t feel like cooking, there are many places to find great food in Zadar. Most of the restaurants offer a wide variety of sea-foods and other dishes.
Explore the beauty of the town and its local traditions. You can find 34 churches in the old town of Zadar. The church of St. Donatus is the most famous monumental edifice in Croatia from the Early Middle Ages (9th c.). The bell tower of St. Anastasia´s Cathedral features an observation deck from where you can see the whole city. As for other churches, we'll let you discover them on your own.
Ancient architecture doesn't stop there. The Roman Forum, located in front of the church of St. Donatus was commissioned by the first roman emperor Augustus. The Forum was the central spot where the city's public life unfolded. The University of Zadar is one of the oldest universities in Europe. It was founded by members of the Dominican order in the 14th century. The building serves as a monument to the tradition of education in Croatia.
Alfred Hitchcock famously declared Zadar to have the world's most beautiful sunset. If the great master of darkness was left amazed, it surely has to be something special. Thousands upon thousands photographs can't be wrong – catch the best view from the Greeting to the Sun installation. Add to that the continuous stream of beautiful music chiming from the Sea organ, and we guarantee you that you'll never forget this unique experience.
The sun has set. Zadar offers a wide variety of things to do in the evening. You can choose from the traditional Dalmatian fešta and its exquisite foods, singing and fine wines, or you can choose to check out the Zadar’s rich nightlife scene. Visit The Garden lounge bar with its incredible terrace overlooking the city. After you finish your cocktails, check out the rest of the club scene. Take a trip to Zrće bay or the small town of Tisno, both famous for hosting the best parties in this part of Europe.
If you don’t feel like cooking, there are many places to find great food in Zadar. Most of the restaurants offer a wide variety of sea-foods and other dishes.
Explore the beauty of the town and its local traditions. You can find 34 churches in the old town of Zadar. The church of St. Donatus is the most famous monumental edifice in Croatia from the Early Middle Ages (9th c.). The bell tower of St. Anastasia´s Cathedral features an observation deck from where you can see the whole city. As for other churches, we'll let you discover them on your own.
Ancient architecture doesn't stop there. The Roman Forum, located in front of the church of St. Donatus was commissioned by the first roman emperor Augustus. The Forum was the central spot where the city's public life unfolded. The University of Zadar is one of the oldest universities in Europe. It was founded by members of the Dominican order in the 14th century. The building serves as a monument to the tradition of education in Croatia.
Alfred Hitchcock famously declared Zadar to have the world's most beautiful sunset. If the great master of darkness was left amazed, it surely has to be something special. Thousands upon thousands photographs can't be wrong – catch the best view from the Greeting to the Sun installation. Add to that the continuous stream of beautiful music chiming from the Sea organ, and we guarantee you that you'll never forget this unique experience.
The sun has set. Zadar offers a wide variety of things to do in the evening. You can choose from the traditional Dalmatian fešta and its exquisite foods, singing and fine wines, or you can choose to check out the Zadar’s rich nightlife scene. Visit The Garden lounge bar with its incredible terrace overlooking the city. After you finish your cocktails, check out the rest of the club scene. Take a trip to Zrće bay or the small town of Tisno, both famous for hosting the best parties in this part of Europe.
ST DONATUS CHURCH
The symbol of the city is now
a museum that echoes with
classical music during the
summer.
a museum that echoes with
classical music during the
summer.
SV. STOŠIJA
THE FORUM
WHERE NEW MEETS OLD
SEA ORGAN
THE GREETING TO THE SUN
FIVE WELLS SQUARE
STORIES
LAID IN
STONE
LAID IN
STONE
THE GOLD AND SILVER OF ZADAR
THIS PRICELESS TREASURE HAS BEEN PRESERVED BY THE BENEDICTINE NUNS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. THE OLDEST ARTIFACTS DATE BACK TO THE 7TH CENTURY.
EXPLORE NEARBY TOWNS AND VILLAGES. ZADAR IS SURROUNDED WITH FIVE NATIONAL AND THREE NATURE PARKS.
