Zadar info ang.pdf

Population

App. 75,000

ZADAR

PUBLISHING DATE: 2012-11-21 | COUNTRY CODE: HR

Currency

Kuna HRK, 1 Kn = 100 lipa

Opening hours

Larger shops and most banks in Zadar are generally open

from 8am through 7pm or 8pm in the evening, from Monday

to Friday, and from 8am to 2pm or 3pm on Saturdays. Some

smaller shops close at the lunchtime and reopen again

around 4pm. Sundays most shops and banks are closed, but

many are open in high season.

Contents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafes, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping, Sleeping,

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Emergency numbers

Police: 92

Fire: 93

Tourist information

Tourist Information Centre

M. Klaica 1

+385 23 316 166

Sv. Leopolda B. Mandica 1

23000 Zadar

+385 23 315 107

Almost entirely surrounded by the warm waters of the Adriatic, the rectangular jut of

land that is Zadar city centre, along with the ‘mainland’ area, may not be large, but

it is bursting with personality. A thoroughly cosmopolitan space, it is full of rich

architecture despite its turbulent past, and oers some of the best sailing around the

Zadar archipelago, and along the western coast of Croatia’s Dalmatia region. Its

sunsets are legendary too, making it the perfect place to unwind for romantics,

young and old.

Destination: Zadar

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THE CITY

DO & SEE

Zadar, a coastal city and the heart of Zadar county, can

trace its roots right back to Neolithic times and owes its

tidy, no-nonsense layout of streets to the Romans, but it is,

arguably, in more recent times that its history has shaped

the city. Almost razed during World War II, it has only a

handful of old buildings, but those that survived are

A ‘must see’ in Zadar is the Church of St Donat – one of

the nest Byzantine buildings in Dalmatia and the venue

for countless musical festivals and theatrical events.

Church of St Donat

Built in the early 9th century on the site of a Roman

forum, the largely circular building is one of the nest

Byzantine examples in Croatia. It is no longer used as a

church, but hosts a wide variety of musical and cultural

events.

beautiful and exude several centuries of Mediterranean

architectural inuences.

Zadar has a modern and cultural feel, yet is welcoming

and unpretentious. Rebuilding the city gave its residents

the opportunity to blend old architecture with new, with

the result being a city full of character.

Address: Sv Donat

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Sv Donat, o Obala Kralia

Phone: +385 23 250 516

Cathedral of St Anastasia

An enchanting cathedral dating from the 9th century and

rebuilt to a Romanesque style several years later, the

Cathedral of St Anastasia houses paintings and Baroque

artifacts.

Address: Forum, Zeleni Trg

Subway: On foot, bus or car, o Obala Kralia

Phone: +385 23 251 708

The Forum

One of the main squares in Zadar and today known as

Zeleni trg, the Forum can trace its history back to the 1st

century. Remains of ancient architecture remain.

Address: Forum, Zeleni Trg

Subway: On foot, bus or car, o Obala Kralia

Destination: Zadar

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Land Gate and Walls (Kopnena Vrata)

Originally built as an entrance to the fortied city, the Land

Gate, along with the 16th century walls and their medieval

tower, Bablja Kula, are notable landmarks.

Ugljan, where many wealthy Zadar residents own

properties, along with the smaller islands of Pasman,

Molat, Olib and Premuda. All oer relaxating coastal or

beach walks, while most have restaurants, historical sites

to see and opportunities for watersports.

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Rudera Boskovica

Phone: +385 23 212 412

More Info: O Rudera Boskovica

Archaeological Museum

The Archaeological Museum is one of the most important

museums in the region and houses a collection of local

artifacts dating from prehistoric times, including rare glass

from the Roman period.

People’s Square

Home of the Town Hall, the city courts and the Town

Guard Palace that houses the Ethnographic Museum, the

square is the heart of what was the medieval city.

Address: Trg Opatice Cike 1

Subway: On foot, bus or car, o Aleksandra III

Phone: +385 23 250 516

Address: Narodni Trg

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Narodni Trg, o Barakovica

Phone: +385 23 212 412

EATING

Church of St Chrysogonus

Notable as being part of the great Benedictine monastery

that was destroyed in World War II, the church houses

beautifully preserved 13th-century frescoes and a Baroque

altar.

Address: Sv Krsevan

Subway: On foot, bus or car, o Aleksandra III

Phone: +385 23 212 412

The Museum of Sacred Art

A superb collection of gold and silver artifacts, paintings

and famous statues form the main exhibits in this

museum housed in a former monastery.

Zadar hosts numerous restaurants, inns, tavernas and

pizzerias serving European cuisine as well as local

delicacies.

Address: Zeleni Trg

Subway: On foot, bus or car, o Aleksandra III

Phone: +385 23 212 412

Take the chance to try the paprika avoured salami

(kulen), Buzara – a dish of scampi in a tomato and garlic

sauce – walnut bread and, for dessert, palačinka – a lled

pancake – or cheese strudels.

Zadar Archipelago

More than 300 islands make up the Zadar archipelago,

although only a handful are inhabited. Daily ferries run

from the quayside to the larger islands.

Restaurant Tamaris

A large and elegant restaurant with a terrace set in the

popular Tamaris Hotel. It serves specilaities of the Zadar

area and roasted meats.

Among the most visited are Dugi Otok, the largest of the

islands and a popular haunt of shing enhtusiasts, and

Address: Zagrebacka 5

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Dva Ribara

A popular huant for tasty, inexpensive luchtime treats.

Serves a wide selection of fast food such as pizza, but also

many Croatian and Dalmatian dishes.

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Zagrebacka

Phone: +385 23 318 700

Internet: www.tamaris-zadar.com.hr

More Info: Inside Tamaris Hotel

Kornat

Kornat is a centrally located restaurant with a good menu

of ne local cuisine and wines, with a distinctive upmarket

feel. Good for evening dining as well as lunches with

friends.

Address: Blaža Jurjeva 1

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Blaža Jurjeva

Phone: +385 23 213 445

CAFES

Address: Liburnska Obala 6

Subway: On foot, bus or car to the quayside, Liburnska Obala

Phone: +385 23 254 501

Internet: www.restaurant-kornat.com

Foša

A delightful restaurant decorated in a modern Croatian

style, Foša specialises in local fresh sh dishes. It

overlooks the bay.

Address: Kealja Dmitra Zvonimira 2

Subway: On foot, bus or car to the Old Town

Phone: +385 23 314 421

Internet: www.fosa.hr

The city centre can easily be explored on foot. Art

galleries, museums and restaurants serving traditional

delicacies as well as gourmet cuisine unite with shops –

large and small – displaying ceramics, paintings and

textiles created by local artisans.

Maestral

Set within the marina complex, the Maestral serves ne

dishes in an informal setting. Overlooks the bay, so it’s a

great place to watch the sunset.

Established in 1972, hence its name, this popular café

serves a good choice of snacks along with light beverages.

Address: Ivana Mažuraniča

Subway: On foot, bus or car to the marina

Phone: +385 23 236 186

Address: Ul. Posedarskih Knezova 2

Subway: On foot, bus or car

Phone: +385 23 314 221

Albin

Freshly made sh dishes inspired by generations of Zadar

residents is the theme of the menu at this reasonably

Ambiental

Ambiental is renowned as much for its seemingly endless

priced restaurant in the Borik district.

selection of teas and hot chocolates as its great view over

the city. Relaxing, intimate and popular eaterie.

Address: Put Dikla 47

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Put Dikla, Borik

Phone: +385 23 331 137

Internet: www.albin.hr

More Info: Within Pansion Albin

Address: M Pavlinovića 2

Subway: On foot, bus or car

Destination: Zadar

Publishing date: 2012-11-21

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

Canoli Bar

Canoli Bar serves a good selection of coee, cocktails and

light meals, all in a relaxing atmosphere within a good

shopping centre.

Address: Rudera Boškovica 4

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Rudera Boškovica

Phone: +385 23 315 203

Coffee Lounge

Popular with residents as well as tourists, the Coee

Lounge oers the chance to unwind and enjoy sandwiches,

cocktails and some ne local wines.

Much of the city’s evening entertainment takes the form of

relaxing meals at waterfront restaurants, although Zadar

has a lively urban culture that attracts many young

Croatians, along with venues that host theatre and

musicial events, and several good casinos.

Address: Rudera Boškovica

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Rudera Boškovica

Phone: +385 23 318 870

Forum

Forum oers a good selection of light meals and

beverages and is centrally located – just a stone’s throw

from the main attractions of Zadar city centre.

Barbara Bar

Located within the Falkenstiener Borik hotel complex, the

Barbara Bar oozes chic with its rattan style furniture and

white soft furnishings. Open until late.

Address: Široka Ulica bb

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Široka Ulica

Phone: +385 23 250 537

Address: Majestora Radovana 7

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Borik

Maya Pub

A mix of good Croatian music, ethnic furniture and ne

cocktails and wines keep this waterside evening venue top

of the list of favourites.

Address: Liburnska Obala 6

Subway: On foot, bus or car to Liburnska Obala on the quayside

Phone: +385 23 251 716

Casino Zadar

As one would expect, the Casino Zadar is a sophicated

venue where Poker, Roulette and Black Jack are among

the games played for hard cash. It is located in the marina

complex and stays open until the early hours.

Address: Ivana Mazuranica bb

Subway: On foot, bus or car to the marina, o Rudera Boškovica

Phone: +385 23 239 400

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