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Zadar Peninsula PHOTOGRAPH: FABIO ŠIMIĆEV


charm will enchant you with its romantic streets and interesting stories. Relax with one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world and the sounds of the unique sea organ on the Zadar waterfront, which creates the ideal soundtrack to start exploring this region. Te long and indented coast of


surreal beauty and splendid peaks of the imposing mountains will make you forget all your worries,


leaving


you in awe once you realise how many diverse natural wonders can be found around you. National parks, nature parks, islands,


reserves, woods, fields, bays, coves and beaches are all an integral part of the great nature story that captures the heart and intrigues the mind, so be sure to come and see for yourself what inspires thousands and thousands of visitors to always come back in search of new experiences in the friendly and familiar setting of the Zadar region.


SAY YES! TO THE ARCHIPELAGO If you have a penchant for sailing or simply enjoy the wanderlust of the open sea, the Zadar region is definitely your cup of tea. Its crystal-clear shores and lovely teal bays offer countless marine aromas and naval flavours to nurture your roaming spirit. Sailing by the wonderful islands, islets and reefs surrounding one of the most indented coastal waters of Europe is the trade- mark of this region.


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ithin the capital Zadar, a 3,000-year-old city, modern yet peaceful Mediterranean


SAY YES! TO THE OUTDOORS Whether you’re riding a bike, hiking in the mountains, rafting down river rapids, climbing a rock or testing your balance on the water, this region has something for you. Tere are numerous cycling routes


in the region that will offer excite- ment and first-class enjoyable recrea- tion. Mountain bikers will rush to the Paklenica Riviera and try their hand at the slopes of Velebit or the rough ‘moon’ surface of Pag. Families will enjoy the gentle picturesque routes of


the Nin


or Biograd Riviera and wonderful sea resorts, while road cyclists can head out on training rides on routes through the middle of the island or along the coast. And there are also trails for lovers


of hiking and mountaineering, too. Check out Lungomare promenade with the smell of the sea and the sounds of crickets and an irresistible sunset — an ideal end to the day. However, for the most ambitious, the most famous mountaineering destination in this area is certainly the Paklenica National Park, part of the Velebit mountain massif. Tere’s something for everyone — from easy to demanding trails, but all offer breathtaking vistas and provide a unique experience. Or explore the rivers Zrmanja and


Krupa. Te spectacular canyon and waterfalls that have carved the rivers Krupa and Zrmanja can surpass only the experience of canoeing or rafting.


SAY YES! TO FOOD & WINE Te Mediterranean diet forms the basis of local cuisine. Fish, shellfish and other


Zadar County Tourist Board E: info@zadar.hr T: 00 385 23 315 316 zadar.hr


Are you looking for adventure? Look no further than the Zadar region. Located in an unreal position between the mountains and countless islands, it offers an abundance of experiences


seafood, topped with olive oil, in the fishing region of Croatia, are a manda- tory part of the menu. You’ll find Pag’s award-winning cheese in every restau- rant, and you can also visit cheese dairies on the island of Pag. Some of the intoxicating wines, which have been grown here for more than a few thousand years, will go well with the cheese. If you’re a real foodie, you must try peka — a classic dish of roast octopus or veal with potatoes and vege- tables — while Pag lamb is also another local favourite. Say YES! to the one of the most


diverse Croatian regions. Say YES! to the amazing Zadar region.


Cyclists PHOTOGRAPH: VEDRAN METELKO


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