City Sentinel

City Sentinel

Since the 1950s, this old building has been home to the Ethnographic section of the National Museum, one of the most important collections in the country. Now, the late Renaissance style construction stands proudly in the square with its grand bell tower and crumbling fortifications.
Sea Gate

Sea Gate

Split and Dalmatian Coast

Another city relic is the Sea Gate, or St Chrysogonus’ Gate, located just by the waterfront. It’s got some delicate sculptures that have stood the test of time – see in particular the Venetian lion and the...

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Five Wells Square

Five Wells Square

Split and Dalmatian Coast

Before 1838, Zadar used to get all of its water from five large wells constructed in 1574. You can visit the site of the former moat, now a pretty square, where they stand. There’s also the old ‘Captain’s...

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Beach Pinija

Beach Pinija

Split and Dalmatian Coast

At Pinija beach on the Zadar Riviera you get both sand and pebbles, and the whole area is backed by lush green pines, which provide handy shade for those who prefer to stay out of direct sunlight or have young...

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