Narodni Trg (Narodni Square), Zadar, Zadar county, Dalmatia region, Croatia, Europe

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Narodni trg

Zadar


Traditionally the centre of public life, this pretty little square is constantly abuzz with chatter from its many cafe-bars. The western side is dominated by the late-Renaissance City Guard building, dating from 1562; the clock tower was added under the Austrian administration in 1798. Public proclamations and judgments were announced from the loggia opposite (1565), which is now an art-exhibition space.


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2. New Gate

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This modest archway is the city's most important gate as it is the main tourist entrance from the handy footbridge across the harbour.

3. St Rok's Gate

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This humble gate is handy for reaching the ferries and excursion boats that line the harbour here.

4. Museum of Ancient Glass

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5. Museum of Illusions

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6. Trg Pet Bunara

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7. Museum of Religious Art

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8. Archaeological Museum

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A wealth of prehistoric, ancient and medieval relics, mainly from Zadar and its surrounds, awaits at this fascinating museum. Highlights include a 2.5m…

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