The city of Zadar is located in the heart of the sunny Adriatic coast. It is an important historical center of Croatia with an impressive number of tourist attractions. The rule of the Roman and Byzantine empires, the battles of the Republic of Venice and the great Ottoman Empire were reflected in the appearance of the city and its many defensive structures. It is the birthplace of the oldest university in Croatia and the famous artist Giorgio di Tommaso Schiavone. Besides, it has been a venue of the annual international festival "Musical Evenings in St Donatus" since the middle of the 20th century.

The mild Mediterranean climate, the holiday season until October and the abundance of various fairs and festivals attract hundreds of thousands of tourists. It is better to visit Zadar in early autumn or late spring: the sun is not so hot, and there are not so many curious foreigners in the narrow old streets.

As a rule, tourists start exploring ancient cities with their historical centers, local cradles of history. In Zadar, this place is People's Square, built in the Old City.

The central city square is surrounded by magnificent monuments of elegant Renaissance architecture, the hallmark of which is the City Lodge in the Venetian style. Mentioned as early as the 13th century, it houses an art gallery and hosts fascinating presentations of various cultural projects.

Also, there is the oldest temple in Zadar, the Church of St. Lawrence, dating from the 11th century. The square is also just a few meters from the main shrine of the city, the Cathedral of St. Donatus, and the oldest campanile in Dalmatia, which belong to the Church of St. Mary.

The best way to enjoy historical and cultural monuments is to sit at a table in one of the cozy cafes on People's Square. A cup of strong coffee and a traditional Croatian burek will vitalize you for the trip from the Old City to the modern part of Zadar.