Northern Dalmatia Flashcards
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What are the most important cultural landmarks in Northern Dalmatia?
Zadar Old Town, Knin Fortress, Šibenik Old Town, Nin.
What are the most important natural landmarks in Northern Dalmatia?
Paklenica National Park, Krka National Park, Kornati National Park, Velebit Nature Park, Telašćica Nature Park, Vransko Lake (near Biograd), Cetina River and Zrmanja Gorge.
Write a few sentences about the history of Zadar.
It’s one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Croatia with origins dating back to pre-Roman times. It became an important Roman colony (Jadera) in the 1st century BC. In the Middle Ages it was a significant centre of Dalmatian trade and culture. Throughout history, it was ruled by Venetians, Austrians and the French before becoming part of modern Croatia. The city was heavily bombed in World War II, but many historical landmarks survived.
When was Zadar conquered by the Romans?
In the 1st century BC.
Since when has the area of present-day Zadar been inhabited?
Since the 4th century BC (early Illyrian settlements)
What can you see today at the Forum of Zadar?
Architectural fragments, tombstones, sarcophagi, three decorative stone reliefs, remains of Roman Temples and columns.
When was the Church of St. Donatus built?
In the 9th century
What is the Church of St. Donatus an important example of?
Dalmatian medieval architecture
What is the name of the cathedral in Zadar?
The Cathedral of St. Anastasia
What is the name of the permanent exhibition of church art in Zadar?
Gold and Silver of Zadar.
Who is the patron saint of Zadar?
Saint Chrysogonus (Sveti Krševan)
Which rulers built Zadar’s walls, fortresses and gates?
Romans and Venetians
What is the oldest Croatian royal town?
Nin
What is Nin famous for?
The smallest cathedral in the world, the Church of the Holy Cross
Where was the baptismal font of Duke Višeslav found?
In Nin
From what period does the baptismal font of Duke Višeslav date?
Around 800 AD
What is the oldest Croatian-founded city on the Adriatic coast?
Šibenik
Which UNESCO world heritage sites are located in Šibenik?
The Cathedral of St James and St. Nicolas Fortress
When and where was Šibenik first mentioned?
In 1066, in the charter of King Petar Krešimir IV
How many fortresses does Šibenik have?
Four: St. Nicolas Fortress, St. Michael’s Fortress, Barone Fortress and St. John’s Fortress
Where is the largest continental fortress in Dalmatia?
Knin Fortress
What is the oldest Croatian-language literary text in Latin script?
The Šibenik Prayer (14th century)
