Croatia attracts tourists with its interesting history, distinctive culture and traditions, picturesque landscapes. Zadar is one of the most worthy cities of the country, with a developed infrastructure and excellent conditions for recreation. Here everyone will find what to do with himself, will be able to get acquainted with the monuments of architecture, built even before our era. The seaside city is the cultural, administrative and industrial center of the entire Zadar-Knin region.
What nations did not see on their land Croatia. Zadar was founded in the 1st century BC. e. the Romans, the city at that time was called Yadera. Although he incorporated the experience and knowledge of many civilizations, much remained of the
Roman Empire. Unfortunately, the fate of the city cannot be called happy: due to its favorable location, it was constantly subjected to raids and ruins, many states wanted to possess it. In the 7th century, Zadar was transferred from the Romans to the Byzantines, who made it the capital of the province of Dalmatia. In the XI century, power over him passed into the hands of the Croats. From this period there were fierce battles between Venice and Hungary for the city of Zadar.
Croatia in those days was torn between two states. The constant feuds did not prevent Zadar from becoming the largest trading port on the entire Adriatic coast, building a university in the 14th century, and building defensive structures and running water in the 16th century. For four centuries, the city was ruled by the Venetians. The situation was corrected in 1797 by Napoleon - then Zadar entered the Habsburg Empire. Croatia (photos of local attractions make you want to visit every corner of this country) has repeatedly shared, passed from hand to hand to different rulers.
Zadar was part of different countries, the territory was divided during the First World War. After World War II, the city had to be almost completely raised from ruins, but nevertheless, the builders retained part of the old layout. In 1991, Croatia decided to disconnect from Yugoslavia. Zadar withstood constant bombing and shelling for 2 years. Despite the difficult history, the city managed to maintain its uniqueness, culture and traditions. He skillfully combines the spirit of Byzantium, the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece, Venice and impresses with a huge number of attractions belonging to different eras and different peoples.
The presence of one of the largest Roman Forums can be proud of Croatia. Zadar is known for its historical center - Narodni Trg Square, on which Renaissance-style buildings are built. Of great interest to tourists is the church of St. Donat, built in the 10th century, in style it belongs to the Carolingian and Byzantine periods. The rooms of a cylindrical shape seem rough, but this is their uniqueness. In addition, the church has unique acoustics, which is why concerts of medieval and Renaissance music are held here.
In Zadar there is a marine organ, there are only two such instruments in the world. It is created from stones right on the seashore, music sounds depending on the movement of the wind and waves. It turns out that the natural element plays itself, never repeating the melody. Not far from the organ is the art installation "Hello to the Sun." Small circles symbolize the planets, and the largest of them is the Sun, at night it glows, changing the intensity in accordance with the play of the organ.