Broad horizons Back to nature

60 Zadar county
Zadar county
61
Zaton
This small tourist town is a popular holiday destination for
many visitors and is located between the two historic cities
of Nin (2 km) and Zadar (13 km). It is the perfect escape
for a family holiday and action packed vacation because of
its great climate, preserved nature, the abundant sports
activities available (horse riding, water sports etc.) and for its
rich cultural and historical heritage. As summer nears, Zaton
springs to life and as history books would have it, remnants
of life and culture also existed in the area as far back as the
Bronze Age, over 4000 years ago. Throughout the Roman
period, Zaton was a port that was owned by Aenona (present
day Nin) and the town started to gradually develop towards
the end of the 17th century after the Turks had withdrawn
from the area. One of Zaton’s landmark symbols and a
frequent postcard motif is the Saint Nicholas Church, which
is situated on a small little hill in the middle of a field. It has
three circular bases and one rectangular niche as well as the
dome above its center. The church was built with traces of
the Romanic style from the end of the 11th and the beginning
of the 12th century. A watchtower was built on the dome
during the Turkish wars. The 16th century Kaštelin Tower
was built as a defense structure against potential invaders.
The engraved Latin inscription and coat of arms above the
tower indicate that it was built by Hannibal Cirysagus, in
1593. This is one of three towers raised by the Venetians to
defend Nin from Turkish raids. The parish church in Zaton
is sanctified to the Birth of the Virgin Mary and was built in
1670, elongated in 1870, and extended in the shape of the
cross in 1969. The remains of the Church of Saint Andrew
is an extremely valuable object from early Christian times
(built in the 6th century) which was, with various changes,
used for cult purposes until the 16th century. In addition to
the historical buildings and artifacts that encompass the
area, visitors who are looking for somewhere to stay can find
something to suit everyone’s taste and budget. Zaton is filled
with private accommodation spots, well equipped camps
and apartment hotels. The Zaton Holiday Resort is a famous
tourist village which is located in the bay; it is secluded from
the wind and surrounded by beautiful pine forest. This truly
is an ideal place for an unforgettable and peaceful family
vacation whilst also making most of the numerous sporting
activities available including tennis, horse riding, cycling
and adventurous water activities. Beach facilities for the
disabled are also in place. The 1.5 km stretch of sandy and
pebbled shoreline is perfect for families with children. If you
are craving peace, an idyllic sunset, crystal clear waters with
a lush green backdrop, then Zaton is your answer to that
unforgettable dream getaway.
Zaton Holiday Resort Dražnikova 76t, Zaton-NIn,
tel. (+385-23) 28 02 80, sales.dept@zaton.hr, www.
zaton.hr.
Zaton Tourist Board Zadarska cesta 39a, Zaton-Nin,
tel. (+385-23) 26 54 61, zaton-zd@inet.hr, www.zatonzd.hr.
QOpen Mon 07:00 - 21:00.
www.inyourpocket.com
Zadar In Your Pocket
zadar.inyourpocket.com
zadar.inyourpocket.com
Summer 2011