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The sea organ in Zadar

The sea organ in Zadar

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If you're looking for an ideal place to spend your summer vacation, Zadar is certainly among the perfect candidates. No matter if you want to see some amazing sights that go back centuries, hop from one beautiful island to another, enjoy some fantastic food, or simply chill on a beach, this charming Mediterranean town can make all of your wishes come true!

On top of these things, there’s one more reason that’s probably already on your Zadar wish list - hearing the sounds of an instrument like no other in the world. Allow us to introduce you to Zadar's Sea organ!


What exactly is a sea organ?

In a regular pipe organ, the air is sent through the pipes by pushing keys on the keyboard and thus the sound is produced. With the Sea organ, things are a little bit different because there is no keyboard to be used – the sea itself pushes the air through the pipes.

Therefore, it can certainly be said that the sea itself is playing this instrument. And depending on how calm the sea is, you will always hear a different tune.


But if you think that you'll just come here and see the instrument right in front of you, you're wrong. This is because the tubes are below the ground, under white steps, and you will only see an occasional hole in the ground through which the sound is released. If it wasn't for the sound, you'd never even know the Sea organ was there!


What makes the sea organ so magical?

Sitting down and listening to what the Adriatic has in store for you is a great way to take a break while sightseeing because the Sea organ is right next to Zadar's old town, on the famous peninsula. And thanks to its position, you can reach this attraction quite easily, no matter where you’re staying.

And here’s another tip to round your experience - if you have the opportunity, make sure to visit the Sea organ in the sunset time. Sitting down on those white stone stairs, listening to the music of the sea and witnessing one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world is an experience you literally can’t get anywhere else in the world. Not to mention that it's incredibly romantic.

Even the great Alfred Hitchcock said that this town has the most beautiful sunset in the world!

The steps at the Sea Organ


Don't miss the Greeting to the Sun!

When researching the Sea organ in Zadar, you are likely to come across the name Greeting to the Sun. This artistic installation is right next to the Sea organ, so you essentially can't miss it. It consists of solar panels that form a huge circle. The panels absorb the sun's rays during the day and turn that energy into electricity.

This is then used during the night to create a spectacular light show, and the whole installation comes alive at sunset, which makes the whole thing so much more impressive.

The two installations are works of art that have made Zadar famous, not just in Croatia but all over the world. They have become symbols of the town and an obligatory stop for any visitor, especially as a start of a lovely evening where you sit down in a bar for a drink or two and see what Zadar’s nightlife has to offer. Make sure you have room in your itinerary for them!


Greeting to the Sun in Zadar


Relax and enjoy your visit to Zadar

As you can see, Zadar is quite an exquisite place to visit. It has two world-famous pieces of modern art, but it also has loads of history and cultural heritage that dates back even beyond the Roman period. And for such an exquisite destination, you need exquisite accommodation, right?

Villas in Zadar for rent are incredibly beautiful and have everything you need for the vacation of your dreams.

But probably the best thing is that you can find them in various secluded locations outside of the town where you can make the most of the wonderful nature surrounding you and enjoy some well-deserved peace and quiet.

Zadar Old Town

You can find these accommodations both on the mainland and on one of the nearby islands, and some of them have a truly spectacular view. No matter which one you go for, though, you will always be able to reach Zadar fairly easily because the surrounding towns are fairly well connected to it by roads, and the islands have regular ferry lines to Zadar's port.

So, choose the right place to stay and start planning your dream vacation!

FAQ

When was the sea organ in Zadar built?

The sea organ was built in the April of 2005. The author of the masterpiece is Nikola Bašić, a Croatian architect.

Can you swim close to the Sea Organ?

Yes, you can. People come from all over the world to listen to the sounds of this organ. You don’t have to only listen: along the promenade, the sea is so clean that you can swim in it, and even close to the Organ itself.

How do I get to the Sea Organ in Zadar?

This award-winning architectural masterpiece is located directly on the waterfront, on the far north-western tip of Zadar’s Old Town peninsula. Depending on your distance from this site, you can take a taxi or a bus to Zadar’s Old Town, and then follow the sounds of the ocean and walk along the promenade.

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