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FUN PARK BIOGRAD VELI RAT LIGHTHOUSE #zadar_region_adventures

Being the highest lighthouse on the Adriatic, it any for responsible held be nor herein, contained information The theme park offers tons of fun and spectacular #SayYEStoEverything 38 the of accuracy complete the guarantee cannot publisher The

15 owes its distinctiveness to its yellow facade for which, ac- entertainment for the whole family in the very heart of the #Zadar_region

Adriatic Coast. cording to tradition, 100,000 egg yolks were spent.

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SAY YES TO THE www.zadarbikemagic.com / archive Board Tourist County Zadar

OLIVE ISLAND - is the best place to discov- archive, Board Tourist

SET SAILS FROM BIOGRAD National Croatian Strenja, Davor Jakupović, Velid Biočina, Ivo

er the secrets of the trade and learn more about the

www.zadar.hr photographs photographs , Aleksandar Gospić, Ivan Čorić, Čorić, Ivan Gospić, Aleksandar , Matić Nikola The entire archipelago is perfect for sailing as it fea- 39 Kadija/

ancient craft of great olive oil making. for the publisher publisher the for 16 publisher Mihaela Mihaela

REGION! SAY YES BIOGRAD RIVIERA! tures a crystal-clear sea, mild tidal movements and light / Board Tourist County Zadar sea currents. ST. MICHAEL FORTRESS on Ugljan island, built in impressum , or simply Biograd, is a beautiful seaside 40 the 12th century by the Venetians, measures 265 resort and an important nautical centre located on a small HEART-SHAPED ISLAND metres in height and makes an ideal walking tour. TO EVERYTHING! peninsula at the very heart of the Adriatic Coast. The rivi- 17 Galešnjak -a tiny island of only 0.132 square kilo- era boasts with exceptional nature, interesting cultural metres of land was accidentally discovered during a Goog- THE KALI FISHING TRADITION

heritage, excellent beaches and lovely promenades. le Earth search. 41 Taste the history at Kali fishermen nights in July and www.zaton-zd.hr

Here are the most spectacular sights and keep the tradition alive! [email protected] e:

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experiences of the region! But of course, ST. DONATUS & ROMAN FORUM [email protected] e: ZATON t: 00385 23 681 834 681 23 00385 t: www.nin.hr

RAVNI KOTARI RAVNI many more are still waiting for you to [email protected] e:

VELEBIT JEEP SAFARI www.tz-.hr

discover! The fairy-tale of the Canyon, the magnif- 280 264 23 00385 t: NIN e: [email protected] e:

31 www.privlaka-tz.hr

t: 00385 23 359 825 359 23 00385 t: icent limestone formations of Tulove Grede, wonderful [email protected] e:

VRSI t: 00385 23 367 468 367 23 00385 t: views of the Adriatic and much more! www..hr

ST. DONATUS & ROMAN FORUM is an amazing church PRIVLAKA

from the 9th century, a sightseeing must and the largest [email protected] e: www.otok-.info

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KUKLJICA

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pre-Romanesque structure in located right by the 32 ca Riviera, amazing caves Manita peć and Modrič, www..hr

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ruins of the Roman Forum. It’s also part of the elaborate each one beautiful in a different way. [email protected] e:

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Episcopal complex of Zadar including the nearby Cathe- www.tzkolan-mandre.com

PREKO

dral of St. Anastasia. BUNGEE JUMP from the iconic bridge [email protected] e: www.ugljan.hr

33 and get your adrenaline pumping at the highest 290 698 23 00385 t:

KOLAN

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THE SEA ORGAN AND GREETING TO THE SUN bungee jump in Croatia. www.tz-.hr

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Sit on the broad steps leading down into the sea at the [email protected] e:

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2 MIRILA – historical monuments created during www.kali.hr

Zadar waterfront and listen to ever-changing sootheing POVLJANA

the time when the residents of were most- [email protected] e:

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tunes produced by the sea organ. Just chill and linger there 34 406 282 23 00385 t:

ly animal farmers and the bodies of the deceased were

KALI e: [email protected] e:

for hours to witness what Alfred Hitchcock called the most www.tzo-.hr

carried to the village church and graveyard.

t: 00385 23 285 213 285 23 00385 t: SAKARUN BEACH [email protected] e:

beautiful sunset in the world … After it has set the instal- MUSEUM OF ANCIENT GLASS MARINA , BIOGRAD

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lation Greeting to The Sun steps in creating a spectacular www.rovanjska.hr www.maslenica.hr,

POSEDARJE

waterfront light show! [email protected] e:

www.sv-filipjakov.hr

BIRD-WATCHING AT VRANSKO LAKE – the desig- 634 655 23 00385 t: JASENICE e: [email protected] e:

UNESCO FORTIFICATIONS nated and the largest natural lake in ĆOKOVAC MONASTERY [email protected] e: t: 00385 23 389 071 389 23 00385 t:

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entire Croatia is also a well-known ornithological reserve The last Benedictine monastery inspires the visi- SV. FILIP I JAKOV I FILIP SV. The City Walls of Zadar joined UNESCO’s World Herit- POLIČNIK 42 www.tzm-bozava.hr

3 for 251 bird species! tors with its history dating back to the 14th century. age List in 2017 as an outstanding monument of the mod- [email protected] e:

www.sukosan.hr www.pasman.hr ern maritime fortification scheme. The most impressive 607 377 23 00385 t:

BOŽAVA

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part is the Land Gate. SAY YES TO MAŠKOVIĆA HAN - This newly rebuit most western SAY YES TO SEA KAYAKING [email protected] e:

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Otoman monument in Europe – Maškovića han is a 43 See picturesque fishing villages, coves and beach- 155 260 23 00385 t:

SUKOŠAN 19 PAŠMAN MUSEUM OF ANCIENT GLASS a caravanserai , an Otoman In just besides that es and swim and snorkel in the pristine clear sea. www.tzg-biograd.hr

There are daily demonstrations of glass-blowing, bead CITY OF ZADAR! has been transformed into a boutique hotel. THE ISLANDS! [email protected] e: www.rivijera-paklenica.hr www.pakostane.hr

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making and miniature-bottle production, so see for yourself! CAR-FREE ISLANDS BIOGRAD e: [email protected] e:

Zadar is a city of romance and love, as well as a place of Feel the breeze of the alluring , moor your ves- [email protected] e:

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passion and spirit! This is a town that does not mind ex- sel in the welcoming harbours and eco-friendly marinas, ”Mediterranean used to be”. Get into slow motion on tthe STARIGRAD The sea around Biograd is a desirable destination PAKOŠTANE RECTOR’S PALACE today is a museum space, in differ- www.visitbibinje.com

ploring new art forms and ideas to enrich its extraordinary 20 discover the beauties of stunning nature parks and swim golden beaches and pine forests of or . Learn

ent styles reflecting the rich history it holds. for both diving experts and those taking their first steps in [email protected] e:

5 setting and complement its grand physique. in turquoise waters of serene coves!

www.tzsilba.hr www.tzgpag.hr the exploration of marine depths! what it means to relax the Croatian way! 001 261 23 00385 t:

BIBINJE e: [email protected] e:

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THE LACE 286 611 23 00385 t:

SILBA

UNESCO protected lace is a finely crafted prod- VELI RAT LIGHTHOUSE ST. MICHAEL FORTRESS PAG

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uct of beauty and delicacy that many grateful owners

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frame and regard as artwork. [email protected] e: e: [email protected] e: e: [email protected] e: THE BOATSMEN OF ZADAR will transport you to the 222 212 23 00385 t:

ZADAR

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6 old town, as well as back in time. One of the most no- 870 689 23 00385 t: SALI

table symbols of Zadar are barkajoli (lat. barcatores), an THE CHEESE AND LAMB - the internationally OBROVAC

800-year-long father-to-son lineage of traditional boat 22 awarded Pag cheese and the relished delicacy of www.zadar.hr

www.tz-razanac.hr www.novigrad-dalmacija.hr

rowers! Pag - lamb meat are so special thanks to the bura wind. [email protected] e:

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THE GOLD AND SILVER OF ZADAR EXHIBITION etation which is a product of the bura that blows from the 629 375 23 00385 t: RAŽANAC NOVIGRAD SAY YES TO THE COUNTY ZADAR 7 The Gold and Silver permanent exhibition in Zadar is Velebit Mountain and the blue Adriatic Sea. definitely a must. The treasure was not kept by kings and

emperors – but by nuns! ISLAND OF PAG! TOWN OF PAG, a typical medieval town built in the

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23 15 century according to the project of George the offices: information Tourist

Pag is a fascinating island with unique geographical fea- Dalmatian, an ingenious master builder. SET SAILS FROM ZADAR local contact information more For 8 The Golden bay nestles amidst the villages of Bibin- tures, a colourful vibrant community, rich cultural heritage je and Sukosan hosting the largest marina in Croatia. This and an exciting tourist offer. It is the home of eponymous FESTIVALS & PARTIES natural gateway opens opportunities to explore one of the cheese, lamb and lace, all universally acknowledged, ap- 24 The Zrće and adjoining Katarelac Beach host best sailing areas in the Mediterranean. preciated and celebrated around the globe! countless universally acclaimed and globally popular DJs with over a million partygoers visiting each year! THE SEA ORGAN

THE GOLD AND SILVER OF ZADAR THE PAG CHEESE NATURE PARK TELAŠĆICA 35 Choose your favourite spot among 25 small beach- es, 161 m high cliffs, a salt lake, picturesque and unusual is- lands and amazing viewpoints!

SAKARUN BEACH 36 White sand, turquoise water and pine trees - Sakarun is a wide 800-metre-long sandy beach with a view of the open Adriatic Sea.

CLIFFS – the famous ”stene” of island, 37 reaching a height of 161 m and depths of 85 m. UNESCO FORTIFICATIONS THE PAG BRIDGE NOVIGRAD FORTRESS

ĆOKOVAC MONASTERY BIRDWATCHING AT KOLANJSKO BLATO 25 Kolanjsko blato is the most extensive area of low ASSERIA - one of the most important Liburnian marshy and sandy coastline and shoals, wide shallow bays, 45 and then Roman settlements in the area of north- ern . THE CHURCH OF ST. NICHOLAS lagoons and protected straits in . SAY YES TO th 9 The small fortress-like church was built in the late 11 century and is only 5.9 m long, 5.7 m wide and 6 m high SACRAL ART EXHIBITION - See the permanent ex- KAŠTEL BENKOVIĆ - a fort named after the great hibition of sacral art and taste the famous baškotin 46 Croatian Benković family who built it in the second 26 th THE NIN RIVIERA! - a type of sweet toast made according to the Benedictine half of the 15 century. SALT MUSEUM Nin is the oldest royal Croatian town and the place where 10 Those who work in the local salt works take great nuns’ special recipe, which has been made for more than the Croatian state was born. Today, Nin Riviera is a mod- pride in the fact that salt is not produced by machines here, 300 years! WINE REGION - visit the vineries in ern-day tourist destination that offers all types of activ- but rather harvested directly from salt pans shaped by the 47 area and taste predominantly red wine sorts, like ities for individuals and families alike: exquisite sandy impact of the sun, sea and wind. HIKING IN THE PAKLENICA NATIONAL PARK Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet and similar, that have put the beaches and intimate lovely coves as well as utterly enter- 27 With more than 150 km of outstanding mountain region on the world’s wine map and have won numerous MAP OF taining resorts of the highest quality. trails and two grand peaks higher than 1,750 m, the Paklen- awards around the world. THE PAG LACE ica NP is a true heaven for every hiker! THE ZADAR THE NIN SALT PANS REGION The Zadar region is the place where natural and cultural heritage coexists in perfect harmony. The 3000-year old city of Zadar, full SAY YES TO THE SAY YES TO of amazing cultural heritage, is the starting point to explore the long and indented coast of surreal beauty or the splendid peaks of the PAKLENICA RIVIERA! THE HINTERLAND! imposing mountains. Along with charming coastal resorts, national parks, nature parks, Visit the home of captivating legends and thrilling adven- If you want a vacation far from crowds that is closely con- islands, reserves, woods, fields, groves, tures, sandy and pebble beaches, hundreds of plant and nected to the authentic experiences, walk its rural paths. bays, coves and beaches, it’s all integral part animal species listed by UNESCO and Winnetou movies! Here you can enjoy historical stories, luxury villas, autoch- of great story that captures the heart and Enjoy the mountains and the sea and see why it was virtu- thonous gastronomy and globally renowned wine. Fill intrigues the mind. So be sure to come and ally designed for adventure . your batteries the old fashioned rustic way! see for yourself!

VIEW AT THE PAKLENICA CANYON AND STARIGRAD PEKA NIN

ST. NICHOLAS RIVER ZRMANJA CANYON THE CHURCH OF THE HOLY CROSS - dubbed „the RIVER SPRING (VRELO UNE) smallest cathedral in the world” is a kind of a sundial 11 TRY CLIMBING A fairy-tale-like lake of blue and green, surround- that determines the exact dates of equinoxes and solstices. 48 28 The Paklenica National Park is at the heart of Croa- ed by forests and steep cliffs. tian rock climbing and is known as one of the top European WIND/KITESURFING IN NIN rock-climbing areas with 590 routes, majority of which sre VILLAS & RUSTIC HOLIDAY HOMES Fly between the magical pre-historical town of Nin 12 bolted. Relax far from crowds, in a holiday house or a lux- and the rocky outline of the Island of Pag with the peaks 49 ury villa with a swimming pool in the Zadar hinterland of of Velebit in the background, in the area where windless RAFTING AND CANOEING IN RIVER CANYONS Bukovica and Ravni Kotari. A great option for a peaceful days are rare. 29 The Zrmanja River has been penetrating its way holiday with views of the coastline and the mountains. towards the sea for many centuries and, by breaking car- MEDICINAL MUD bonate-based grounds, it has created one of the most im- FAIR The medicinal mud (peloid), located near the long, 13 pressive canyons in Croatia. If you want to experience authentic, loud, local sandy Queen’s Beach was tested by thousands of people 50 fiesta you must come to Fair of Benkovac. You can find who have used the mud to treat various ailments. NOVIGRAD FORTRESS antiques, tools for everyday use and homemade prod- #Zadar_region 30 Novigrad is known for its medieval architecture ucts such as honey, rakija, marmalade and vegetables and www.zadar.hr - the Nin Riviera is known as the #SayYEStoEverything SANDY BEACHES and its crystal-clear sea which used to be a source of pearls. fruits. 14 largest area of sandy beaches in Croatia. #zadar_region_adventures www.zadarbikemagic.com 24 I

• Sip some coffee or a cocktail with the locals at • Taste the best tuna and marinated fish in the most 25 the many cafés, lounge bars or restaurants in famous fishermen village Kali! Zadar! SAY YES • Enjoy a glass of award-winning wine in the • Taste the local seafood delicacies all over the Benkovac area! coast! • Fill your batteries with mouth-watering traditional • Try the famous Pag cheese and lamb meat! 22 TO LOCAL veal or octopuss “peka”! Mandre • Taste special locally grown mussels in • Visit a festival dedicated to the queen of fruits – fig! Novigrad! Šimuni • Have a part of the dry-meat tradition – the “šokol” DELICACIES! • Explore the ancient tradition of olive oil of Nin! J making on Ugljan island! Pag 21 26 23

Maun Begluci Košljun Gorica Trieste Una Silba Velebit Pag 48 Silba 44 Dinjiška

Tribanj Olib Povljana Vlašići NP Paklenica Kunovac 34 Kupirovački Smokvica 31 27 Lozice NP Plitvička jezera Premuda Vir 28 Gračac Torovi Vir Starigrad Velebit H Seline Vučipolje Ist Ražanac Škarda 32 Privlaka E Ljubač Vrsi Vinjerac Rovanjska D Jovići Otrić Zapuntel 43 Nin Grbe Slivnica 9-14 Jasenice Radovin Poljica Brgulje 33 Maslenica Muškovci Ninski stanovi Posedarje Molat Zaton Visočane Zrmanja 29 Golubić Žerava Lovinac Dračevac Ninski Obrovac Petrčane 30 Krupa Islam Latinski Novigrad Kožino Poličnik Bilišane 80 NM Islam Grčki Zverinac Briševo Paljuv Rivanj Kaštel Žegarski Diklo Suhovare 38 Pridraga Verunić Murvica Soline Veli Rat Zelengrad Palanka Božava Zemunik Gornji Smilčić Gornji Karin Sestrunj Smoković A 36 Ugljan B Dragove 39 Zadar Crno G. Biljane 1-7 Ugljan D. Biljane Donji Karin Medviđa ST. DONATUS & ROMAN FORUM HIKING IN THE PAKLENICA C 1 27 Sutomišćica Škabrnja Ravni kotari NATIONAL PARK Poljana THE SEA ORGAN AND GREETING F 47 Korlat 2 TO THE SUN Brbinj Preko Prkos Bruška 28 TRY CLIMBING Ošljak Galovac Popovići 43 Nadin 3 UNESCO FORTIFICATIONS 40 29 RAFTING AND CANOEING Savar Kali Kula Atlagić IN RIVER CANYONS Veli Iž 41 8 Rodaljice 4 MUSEUM OF ANCIENT GLASS Iž Debeljak SAY YES Sukošan Gorica Raštević 30 NOVIGRAD FORTRESS Kukljica Benkovac 5 RECTOR’S PALACE Lisičić Brgud TO TOP BEACHES! G. Raštane Polača 46 50 31 VELEBIT JEEP SAFARI Podgrađe THE BOATSMEN OF ZADAR Mali Iž 6 Rava Šopot Thanks to its well-indented coast, Zadar JAZ is big, lovely beach ideal kids and par- F ents alike. Swim to the nearby island of Ga- CAVING D. Raštane 45 region has numerous beaches whether THE GOLD AND SILVER OF 32 Ždrelac levac and explore the Franciscan monastery G. Jagodnja equipped with facilities and services or 7 ZADAR EXHIBITION hidden and wild! from the 15th century. Banj na Moru D. Jagodnja Perušić D. 33 BUNGEE JUMP FROM THE Here are just some of them: Dugi otok Kakma 49 DRAŽICA is surrounded by thick pine forest 8 SET SAILS FROM ZADAR Dobropoljana Donji Lepuri G 17 Kolarina SAKARUN - a must-visit beach renowned and offers a variety of amenities and services, Luka G. Ceranje Lišane Ostrovičke Neviđane A for its unforgettable crystal-blue waters and such as open-air massage, water scooters, a 9 THE CHURCH OF ST. NICHOLAS 34 MIRILA Turanj Pašman white sands. big water slide and a dive centre. Žman Mrljane D. Ceranje Sv. Filip i Jakov PISAK AND KULIN are beautiful pebbled 10 SALT MUSEUM 35 NATURE PARK TELAŠĆICA Pristeg BORIK - partly sandy and partly pebbled, this H beaches located beneath the amazing slopes Pašman Vrana B beach itself offers a wide variety of entertain- Zaglav Vukšić ment amenities, food and refreshments. of Paklenica National Park. 11 THE CHURCH OF THE HOLY 36 SAKARUN BEACH CROSS Kraj 15-16 19 Biograd 18 KATARELAC (ZRĆE) - the beach where the Sali KOLOVARE - Beach in the city centre! Play I 37 CLIFFS na Moru Voda C some beach volleyball or water polo, rent fun never ends and probably the most fa- Prović 12 WIND/KITESURFING IN NIN a kayak or SUP board and enjoy a view of mous party spot in all of Croatia! 42 G Budak Bila Vlaka Tkon PP Vransko jezero Morpolača Zadar from the sea. 38 VELI RAT LIGHTHOUSE PROSIKA is especially suitable for families 13 MEDICINAL MUD Pakoštane 35 Radošinovci J with small children, offers a wide variety of 20 D QUEEN’S BEACH Beautiful sandy beach on OLIVE ISLAND UGLJAN amenities for kids and adults. 14 SANDY BEACHES 39 37 which you can enjoy yourself while taking a break from touring historical monuments. Drage Banjevci 15 FUN PARK BIOGRAD 40 ST. MICHAEL FORTRESS PP Telašćica Crljenik More selected beaches E SABUNIKE - a surfing paradise! due to the strong bura winds coming from Velebit, it 16 SET SAILS FROM BIOGRAD 41 THE KALI FISHING offers great opportunities for windsurfing or TRADITION Vrgada kitesurfing. 17 HEART-SHAPED ISLAND 44 42 ĆOKOVAC MONASTERY NP BIRD-WATCHING AT VRANSKO Šibenik 18 LAKE 43 SEA KAYAKING Split

19 MAŠKOVIĆA HAN 44 CAR-FREE ISLANDS Zagreb 20 DIVING 45 ASSERIA

THE LACE 21 46 KAŠTEL BENKOVIĆ NP Kornati THE CHEESE AND LAMB 22 47 WINE REGION LEGEND Zadar 23 TOWN OF PAG UNA RIVER SPRING 48 Agritourisms (VRELO UNE) History National and Nature park Diving 24 FESTIVALS & PARTIES & tastings VILLAS & RUSTIC BIRDWATCHING AT KOLANJSKO 49 Attraction Highway Biking Birdwatching HOLIDAY HOMES 25 BLATO Tourist info center Activites Road Hiking Boats / Ferries 50 BENKOVAC FAIR Tourist board CROATIA IN EUROPE ZADAR REGION IN CROATIA 26 SACRAL ART EXHIBITION Nature Local road Sailing Lighthouse Fortress