Zadar is a port city in western Croatia, a historical city, and a tourist health resort. On the edge of the Adriatic Sea.
1. The origin and history of the name of the city of Zadar
Its name is derived from the Illyrian word and has the meaning of "anger" and "restlessness", which may be related to the frequent wars in ancient times. The Illyrians settled here in the 4th century BC.
It was occupied by Rome in the 2nd century BC. It was ruled by Byzantium in the 6th century. Since then, Venice and Croatia have fought here for 300 years.
It was occupied by Austria in 1797. From 1815 to 1918 it was the capital of the Kingdom of Dalmatia. It belonged to Italy from 1920 to 1944 and to the former Yugoslavia in 1945. Croatia became independent in 1991 and belonged to Croatia.
2. Economy and transport in Zadar
Zadar's climate is Eastern Mediterranean, with mild and rainy winters and hot, dry summers.
Zadar is separated from the islands of Uglian and Pashman by a narrow Zadar Strait. The total area of the city, including the islands, is 194 square kilometers. There are fish processing, textile, tanning and other industries. Tourism, transport, maritime transport trade, metal manufacturing and mechanical engineering, chemical and non-metallic industries, and banking have also been developed.
Zadar University
Zadar is an important railway terminus and air terminal in Croatia. The port of Zadar, consisting of a city port and a new commercial port, is an important maritime hub, with the main road on the Adriatic coast passing through Zadar and the Zagreb-Dubrovnik highway passing nearby; There is also a highway to Split.
3. Tourism resources and history and culture
Zadar is the fifth largest city in Croatia and a famous tourist destination in Southeastern Europe. With beautiful scenery, a pleasant climate and gentle beaches, it is one of the top ten tourist areas on the Dalmatian coast and an international tourist and health resort.
The Roman Forum in the city was founded by Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, and is the largest city square on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea. In the Middle Ages, Zadar completely formed its urban shape.
The triumphal arch of Zadar
Zadar is home to the Archaeological Museum, the Oceanographic Gallery, Roman monuments, the Cathedral of St. Donat, built in the 9th century, ancient palaces and remains of Roman architecture.
(Picture from the Internet)