Cathedral of St. Anastasia
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Natasha P
London, UK245 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Beautiful church but the main attraction is the Bell Tower.
20kn charge to walk up and see the view, we went up during the day and night and were very impressed by both (only charged once).
A must do whilst in Zadar
20kn charge to walk up and see the view, we went up during the day and night and were very impressed by both (only charged once).
A must do whilst in Zadar
Written August 31, 2020
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Tully G
Texas31 contributions
Oct 2022
This church is absolutely beautiful! I went in and sat for a bit to take it all in for there is so much to see. I love history and I love churches so this was a win/win for me. One is allowed to take photos but please dress appropriately (there are signs for no shorts for men and women). I happened to be passing by later in the day and heard the organ music. I went back in and sat for a couple of pieces played by a very skilled organist. They played for about 30 minutes after I got there. Sitting and listening to such beautiful music in such a setting (and amazing acoustics), I saw a few more details that I had missed my first visit. It is free to go in, but like most churches of old, donations are appreciated. I highly recommend this church. Take the time to sit and really take it all in.
Written October 17, 2022
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David S
Middlesbrough, UK2,381 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
The Cathedral of St. Anastasia is right in the heart of town close to the old Roman Forum and very easy to find. My family and I had a short stop off in Zadar whilst on a TUI cruiser and we all enjoyed the visit to this beautiful building. Entrance is free, however the Bell Tower costs 2 Euros and has quite a few narrow steps, so be careful.
Written August 10, 2022
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mel293916
Amsterdam, The Netherlands42 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
This was a very upsetting experience. I arrived at the cathedral on a super hot day and was wearing shorts. Seeing the sign, I just paused at the back of the cathedral knowing I couldn’t enter. The woman at the desk was so unpleasant, saying that I was disrespecting God. When I countered, saying that I was sure that God would welcome everyone into His church, she became even more angry. We had a wonderful stay in Zadar and appreciated the warm welcome of Croatians wherever we went. How sad that our only negative experience was in a place of worship.
Written August 14, 2024
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M. Ban
Slavonski Brod, Croatia91 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Roman Catholic Cathedral of St. Anastasia is the largest one at the Adriatic coast. It was built in 4th century with richly decorated interior and is one of the most attractive tourist site in Zadar. It's tower with marvelos view is impressive, too.
Written June 19, 2020
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Big_Jeff_Leo
St Helens, UK22,639 contributions
May 2022
The Cathedral of St. Anastasia to give it is proper name is right in the heart of town close to the old Roman Forum. The church's origins date back to a Christian basilica built in the 4th and 5th centuries, while much of the currently standing three-nave building was constructed in the Romanesque style during the 12th and 13th centuries.
The largest church in Dalmatia, it features a bell tower completed by Englishman Thomas Graham Jackson in the 1890s. It really does have an Italian feel to it.
The largest church in Dalmatia, it features a bell tower completed by Englishman Thomas Graham Jackson in the 1890s. It really does have an Italian feel to it.
Written June 17, 2022
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,749 contributions
Oct 2021
Otherwise known as the Cathedral of St Anastasia, this beautiful church is a must-see in Zadar. St Anastasia's stone sarcophagus lies in the apse to the left of the high altar. There is a surprisingly modern pipe organ.
Written January 8, 2022
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pekovavi
Dubrovnik, Croatia71 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
It is worth a visit, very beautiful, looks special in those nice alleys of old town Zadar. The entrance was free. it is a nice place, especially the front side looks beautiful to take a pic there.
Written July 14, 2022
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Minnie7272
Yorkshire113 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Beautiful and peaceful. What more can you want? There are beautiful pieces of art and stained glass in here. Worth a visit. Light a candle for someone you love.
Written June 9, 2019
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IBrown
Myrtle Beach, SC1,373 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
The Cathedral of St. Anastasia is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Zadar, Croatia. It is the largest church in the region. According to our guide, the church's original construction took place in the 4th and 5th century. You are able to see remnants of the original construction. Newer construction took place during the 13th century. Hard to comprehend how some of these ancient structures are still standing. That just doesn't happen nowadays.
This church has been submitted to UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, but has not yet been approved. If you are touring the area I would highly recommend a tour with a local guide. All of the local guides we used were not only so knowledgable on the history of the area, but they were extremely proud of their heritage and were able to relay information you sometimes can't find in books.
This church has been submitted to UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, but has not yet been approved. If you are touring the area I would highly recommend a tour with a local guide. All of the local guides we used were not only so knowledgable on the history of the area, but they were extremely proud of their heritage and were able to relay information you sometimes can't find in books.
Written March 28, 2015
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