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Thanks to its perfect location half way down the Adriatic coast, Vir is an excellent starting point for various excursions. The protected landscape of Kornati, Paklenica and Krka as well as historical places like Zadar and Nin are not more than 100 km away.
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Zadar Zadar is one of the most beautiful cities at the Adriatic coast. Zadar is 3,000 year old and has once been Dalmatia’s capital for many centuries – today, Zadar is the center of the region. Zadar’s claim to fame is the pre-romanic round church called “Sv. Donat” dating back to the 9th century.
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Nin Situated between Vir and Zadar, Nin was in the 7th century the first political, cultural and religious centre of Croatian rulers. From the 9th century onwards it was a permanent bishop’s see. Nin is most famous for the sandy beach of “Kraljičina plaža – Nin (Sabunike)”, which water sportsmen must not miss. More information!
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Nationalpark Kornati Kornati archipelago consists of about 140 uninhabited islands. For sailors and divers alike it is the most popular spot in the Adratic Sea. Coming to this enchanting world of cristal-clear water and bizarre islands and bays on a one-day excursion is indeed recommended to everyone. More information! |
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Nationalpark Paklenica The Paklenica national park in the Velebit mountains is of especially great interest to those guests who live in close touch with nature. Mountain climbing, free climbing or horse riding are offered there. And last but not least: in the deep canyons of Paklenica the famous Winnetou movies were shot. More information!
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Krka Wasserfälle Krka waterfalls are also well-known because of the Winnetou movies: numerous water cascades, wild canyons and unspoilt nature impress visitors again and again. Do not miss the Franciscan monastery “Visovac” located on an island right in the middle of the national park.More information!
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