Guidebook of Pakoštane region by Ivona
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Rent a kayak or pedal boat and go to visit our 3 islands in front of Pakoštane. On St. Justin island there is church build in 1794 and old cemetery so we recomand to strat you adventure over there. You can have a break and a great swim in crystal clear sea on second island called Škoj. Third island is Babuljaš and it is hard to step on it, old people often say if you just put one footstep on it you will come in Pakoštane again.
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2 Obala Kralja Petra Krešimira IVRent a kayak or pedal boat and go to visit our 3 islands in front of Pakoštane. On St. Justin island there is church build in 1794 and old cemetery so we recomand to strat you adventure over there. You can have a break and a great swim in crystal clear sea on second island called Škoj. Third island is Babuljaš and it is hard to step on it, old people often say if you just put one footstep on it you will come in Pakoštane again.
Bedemsku stazu popullary called terasse of Pakoštane it is ideal to visit in early morining or late afternoon. Veiw is just stunning. It is one of paths of sweet and salty adventure. It begins on beach Janice and goes all the way to Drage. On the beach under the sea are remanings of antic harbour and roman breakwater try to find it.
Bedemska staza
Bedemsku stazu popullary called terasse of Pakoštane it is ideal to visit in early morining or late afternoon. Veiw is just stunning. It is one of paths of sweet and salty adventure. It begins on beach Janice and goes all the way to Drage. On the beach under the sea are remanings of antic harbour and roman breakwater try to find it.
If you come in Drage with Bedemska staza or by car you can go up the hill on Vidikovac Čelnika. Did you know that Drage was inhabited in prehistory? Where? Right here. Due to its unique position from which the wider surroundings of Pakostane can be seen. Don’t forget to bring a refreshing drink so you can relax and enjoy the view.
Vidikovac Čelinka
If you come in Drage with Bedemska staza or by car you can go up the hill on Vidikovac Čelnika. Did you know that Drage was inhabited in prehistory? Where? Right here. Due to its unique position from which the wider surroundings of Pakostane can be seen. Don’t forget to bring a refreshing drink so you can relax and enjoy the view.
Vrgada is a small island with only agriculture and fishing as the income sources. The island is the place where time has stood still. The landscapes are dominated by hills and pine forests. The golden sandy beaches are perfect for spending some quality time with your loved ones. The sunrise and sunset look spectacular when you are here. There are good restaurants where you can try fresh fish. Vrgada has hiding lots of interesting stories from her past. Try to find out what is pushbrush!!!
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Vrgada
Vrgada is a small island with only agriculture and fishing as the income sources. The island is the place where time has stood still. The landscapes are dominated by hills and pine forests. The golden sandy beaches are perfect for spending some quality time with your loved ones. The sunrise and sunset look spectacular when you are here. There are good restaurants where you can try fresh fish. Vrgada has hiding lots of interesting stories from her past. Try to find out what is pushbrush!!!
Everyone knows that "the forest is our wealth" but did you know that the air in the pine forest is several times cleaner than in the operating room. Probably not! So enjoy walking trought woods overlooking crystal clear sea. You will find so very interesting and hidden paths.
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Everyone knows that "the forest is our wealth" but did you know that the air in the pine forest is several times cleaner than in the operating room. Probably not! So enjoy walking trought woods overlooking crystal clear sea. You will find so very interesting and hidden paths.
Vrana Lake Nature Park has three entrances, and with a purchased ticket you can visit all three in one day. There is an info center at each entrance. Since this one is closer to Pakostane, we suggest you start from here. 450 meters long, the educational trail "Birds of Lake Vrana" takes you through a reedbed where various species of birds hide. For birds, this is a perfect shelter from predators, wind and rain. They nest in the reeds and find food. Now try to imagine how many pairs of eyes are watching you as you walk the wooden path…
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Vransko jezero - ulaz za posjetitelje, info centar Crkvine
Vrana Lake Nature Park has three entrances, and with a purchased ticket you can visit all three in one day. There is an info center at each entrance. Since this one is closer to Pakostane, we suggest you start from here. 450 meters long, the educational trail "Birds of Lake Vrana" takes you through a reedbed where various species of birds hide. For birds, this is a perfect shelter from predators, wind and rain. They nest in the reeds and find food. Now try to imagine how many pairs of eyes are watching you as you walk the wooden path…
Maškovića han, a real pearl from the period of Turkish rule in this area. 500 workers worked on the construction of the inn every day. Unfortunately, the works were never completed because the pasha was executed in the Candian War. Nevertheless, today this building is the most magnificent monument of Islamic civil architecture from the period of Turkish rule in this area. Today there is a museum and a proven excellent restaurant with a unique offer of food. Dont miss to try their excellent sweet "baklava"!!!
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Maškovića Han Vrana
Maškovića han, a real pearl from the period of Turkish rule in this area. 500 workers worked on the construction of the inn every day. Unfortunately, the works were never completed because the pasha was executed in the Candian War. Nevertheless, today this building is the most magnificent monument of Islamic civil architecture from the period of Turkish rule in this area. Today there is a museum and a proven excellent restaurant with a unique offer of food. Dont miss to try their excellent sweet "baklava"!!!
Start this trip from the ruins of the old town right next to Maškovića han. The trails in the ruin are not the best maintained so don’t linger too long. Although ruined, it is impressive and surprisingly large. Further on the road towards the hill you will enter a cave with a water source. According to the legend, there was an ancient oracle next to the spring, and the Romans dedicated it to water nymphs, and they conducted the water from Pećina, Biba and Subiba with an impressive viaduct all the way to Zadar, the ancient Jadera. Then just follow the signs and you will find yourself on Bak, which offers a beautiful view of the valley of Lake Vrana, Pakostane and the sea. Wear tight shoes for this halfday trip!
Let's go to the Crows
Start this trip from the ruins of the old town right next to Maškovića han. The trails in the ruin are not the best maintained so don’t linger too long. Although ruined, it is impressive and surprisingly large. Further on the road towards the hill you will enter a cave with a water source. According to the legend, there was an ancient oracle next to the spring, and the Romans dedicated it to water nymphs, and they conducted the water from Pećina, Biba and Subiba with an impressive viaduct all the way to Zadar, the ancient Jadera. Then just follow the signs and you will find yourself on Bak, which offers a beautiful view of the valley of Lake Vrana, Pakostane and the sea. Wear tight shoes for this halfday trip!
From the Kamenjak lookout point, the view falls on Vrana Lake, the coast, the sea, the Kornati and many other islands. When the weather is good, it can be seen all the way to the islets of Jabuka and the Apennine Mountains in Italy. So you will say woooouuuuu!!! At the Kamenjak lookout point, there are two trails, 50 and 200 meters long. The trails are not really for small children because there are a lot of cracks in the rocks, and parts of the trails go along the cliff. On the lookout is an info center, souvenir shop and tavern. Kamenjak also have its story from the past. Try to explore it!
Kamenjak
From the Kamenjak lookout point, the view falls on Vrana Lake, the coast, the sea, the Kornati and many other islands. When the weather is good, it can be seen all the way to the islets of Jabuka and the Apennine Mountains in Italy. So you will say woooouuuuu!!! At the Kamenjak lookout point, there are two trails, 50 and 200 meters long. The trails are not really for small children because there are a lot of cracks in the rocks, and parts of the trails go along the cliff. On the lookout is an info center, souvenir shop and tavern. Kamenjak also have its story from the past. Try to explore it!
If you are looking for a more active tour of the Park, you can rent kayaks at the Prosika entrance in the warm season. My recommendation is to definitely welcome the sunrise or sunset by kayaking. Try it and you won't regret it ... Also try to findout how many birds usually are resting on Vrana lake in the evening???
Vransko Jezero, Prosika
2 Ulica kralja Petra SvačićaIf you are looking for a more active tour of the Park, you can rent kayaks at the Prosika entrance in the warm season. My recommendation is to definitely welcome the sunrise or sunset by kayaking. Try it and you won't regret it ... Also try to findout how many birds usually are resting on Vrana lake in the evening???
Gastronomska scena
Good wild fish dish is served everyday. If you come here you must try grilled calamari!
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Konoba Pakoštanac
23 Ul. kraljice JeleneGood wild fish dish is served everyday. If you come here you must try grilled calamari!
Pjaca
BB Trg Kralja TomislavaBest pizza and spaghetti in Pakoštane!!!
They serve only two simple dalmatian dishes but if you dont try it you miss meaning of Dalmatian food.
Konoba Loza
Ulica kralja tvrtkaThey serve only two simple dalmatian dishes but if you dont try it you miss meaning of Dalmatian food.
Toro - Dalmatinska Konoba
Good food, excellent fun!
Restoran Adrijana, Vrgada
Best restaurant in Vrgada dont miss "škampi na buzaru"!!!
Maškovića Han Vrana
Try oriental menu in heart of Dalmatia!
City/town information
Skradin small city near NP Krka where you can pop up when you go to visit Krka.
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Skradin
Skradin small city near NP Krka where you can pop up when you go to visit Krka.
5 things you must see/do in Zadar
1. Marvel at the Sea Organ
2. Admire Byzantine treasures
3. Sip Maraska liqueur
4. Greet the sun
5. Visit Roman Zadar in Archaelogical Museum
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Zadar
5 things you must see/do in Zadar
1. Marvel at the Sea Organ
2. Admire Byzantine treasures
3. Sip Maraska liqueur
4. Greet the sun
5. Visit Roman Zadar in Archaelogical Museum
Šibenik - only city in region which was found by native Croats. It was first city in world that have had eletricity thanks to Nikola Tesla and river Krka 100 years ago. Game of Thrones fans will be glad to know that Sibenik features as a background to 3 episodes in Season 5. Town hall, Medevial Garden and Chatedral Of S. James you can not miss. Šibenik is well know for his fortresess from which you will have amazing view to Šibenik. Trying out some Dalmatian dishes at the Dalmatian Ethno Village 7 km from Šibenik is a nice way to wrap up your visit to Sibenik.
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Šibenik
Šibenik - only city in region which was found by native Croats. It was first city in world that have had eletricity thanks to Nikola Tesla and river Krka 100 years ago. Game of Thrones fans will be glad to know that Sibenik features as a background to 3 episodes in Season 5. Town hall, Medevial Garden and Chatedral Of S. James you can not miss. Šibenik is well know for his fortresess from which you will have amazing view to Šibenik. Trying out some Dalmatian dishes at the Dalmatian Ethno Village 7 km from Šibenik is a nice way to wrap up your visit to Sibenik.
A little place that offers unique ecosystems and endemic animals, production of natural and organic food and well know salt... this is the city of Nin. Dont skip Nin Museum and House of Salt, which is part of the greater Nin Saline area, consisting of a historic Roman gate, home to medicinal mud, hundreds of bird species, and ancient stones.
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Nin
A little place that offers unique ecosystems and endemic animals, production of natural and organic food and well know salt... this is the city of Nin. Dont skip Nin Museum and House of Salt, which is part of the greater Nin Saline area, consisting of a historic Roman gate, home to medicinal mud, hundreds of bird species, and ancient stones.
"On the last day of creation, God wanted to crown his work and created the Kornati from tears, stars and spirit." This is how the Irish writer George Bernard wrote about the Kornati. Isn't that a great invitation to visit the largest and most indented marine park in the Mediterranean, a wonder of nature and a labyrinth of 89 islands, islets and reefs.
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Kornati
"On the last day of creation, God wanted to crown his work and created the Kornati from tears, stars and spirit." This is how the Irish writer George Bernard wrote about the Kornati. Isn't that a great invitation to visit the largest and most indented marine park in the Mediterranean, a wonder of nature and a labyrinth of 89 islands, islets and reefs.
Original Pakostane products
If you want to buy original Pakostane suvenir or gift for your family and friends try to find this little shop. Excellent rakija and homemade olive oil is garanteed.
Natural Croatian Products Dalma Oleum
7a Trg Kralja TomislavaIf you want to buy original Pakostane suvenir or gift for your family and friends try to find this little shop. Excellent rakija and homemade olive oil is garanteed.
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Dont miss to
Swim on the beach Podbrizi on the island of Vrgada!
Drink local wine on the beach at sunset!!
Learn to sail with Galeb adventures!!!
Go on one day hiking with Dalmatia advantures!!!!
Try to find Maja on island of Vrgada she will tell you amazing stories...