Church of St. Donat
What the experts agree on
Zadar's iconic 9th-century Byzantine rotunda, now a concert venue rather than active church. Its distinctive cylindrical shape and remarkable acoustics make it the city's most recognizable landmark, hosting the popular St. Donat Musical Evenings each
“This church is one of Croatia's most famous monuments, and the symbol of Zadar (9C).”
– Michelin Guide
"Dating from the beginning of the 9th century, this unusual circular Byzantine-style church was named after the bishop who commissioned it." Full review
"No longer a place of worship but the unusual cylindrical shape of this Byzantine rotunda is an emblem of Zadar. Built at the beginning of the ninth century, in the pre-Romanesque period,..." Full review