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This is tour that aimes to explain complicated history of Zadar. The conflicts and wars are always difficult subject and local people are sensitive about it. The certified local guide is here not only to show you but also explain you these things. What you learned in history class might have quite specific infuence in location where it happened. The recent history, from fascism that started WWII, through communism and its fall in 1990s brought a lot of a paine in the teritory of ex-Yugoslavia. Zadar and other parts of Croatia suffered throughout Homeland war. Your guide is here to help you learn unknown details, explain complicated relations and answer your questions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The exact pickup time and location should be confirmed after the booking but no less than 24h before the start of the tour.
At the intersection of streets 'Sime Vitasovica' and 'Narodnog lista', on the sidewalk at corner of the small park there is an info panel about Croatian Homeland War where we start the tour.
Itinerary
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1Perivoj Jarula
The licensed local guide will meet you by the info panel about the most recent war that effected Zadar. From there we will have about an hour and half walking around Zadar old town to review historical keypoints as well as visible military structures and political statements.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Narodni TRG
The guide will explain how the square evolved through historical and polital changes. You will be invated to read some signs on your own.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Church of Our Lady of Health
The guide will point out thetraces of the turbulent past that you would otherwise miss, like almost invisible scars on one of the city's smaller churches that still holds an important place in the hearts of the locals.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sea Organ
It is a recent monument but the local certified guide will explain you what is the true meaning and the message of this unique monument.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Ul. Sv. Nikole Tavelića 90
Dračevac Zadarski is a hilltop at the periphery of the city witnessing centuries of various campaigns aiming to conquer Zadar. You will get an insight into wars of Venice and Ottomans, see the remains of elaborate fascists fortifications and the results of communist indocrtination in the last days of ex-Yugolsavia.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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