Zaton: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
In Zaton, national and international rowing teams use the course for winter training because the climate is favorable for this. The town lies on the shore of the bay of the same name in the northwestern part of Šibenik Bay, near Lake Prukljan.
Those who choose Zaton as their destination can combine their stay with the wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Water and Activity
The maritime route between Šibenik and Zaton is a rowing course suitable for national and international competitions as well as winter training.
History and Culture
The settlement history of Zaton dates back to the 15th century. The parish church of St. George and St. Roch was built in 1533 and acquired its Baroque character in the 18th century. Its marble altar dedicated to Saint Peter dates from 1789.
In the surrounding area, some researchers identify Velika Mrdakovica with Arauzona, a Liburnian settlement mentioned by Pliny.
Every year, Zaton hosts the Puče moj gathering, which is part of the efforts to preserve traditional church singing. The 26th church singing gathering was held in the Church of St. Roch in Zaton.
Landscape
The hinterland of Zaton is home to vineyards and plantations of Marasca cherries. An asphalt road connects the town with Šibenik, which is about 10 kilometers away.
Cuisine
The cuisine available to visitors in Zaton includes homemade products and seafood specialties. The Zatonska Pidočijada is a recurring festival by the water centered around pidoča. At the mouth of the Krka River and on the Prukljan Channel, pidoča is considered a culinary specialty.
To the higher-level travel overview: Šibenik Municipality.
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