The Greeting to the Sun
The Greeting to the Sun things to do, attractions, restaurants, events info and trip planning
Plan your stay
Posts
Zadar | A 2,000-Year-Old City Bathed in the World's Most Beautiful Sun
Maeher BawaMaeher Bawa
412
No One Can Resist Zadar—A Real-Life Fairytale!
Maeher BawaMaeher Bawa
232
Yesterday we docked in Zadar, Croatia, and spent the day exploring the region with Viking Cruises. We started in the town of Novigrad, where we walked the cobblestone streets with its original medieval architecture and hillside fortress, learning what life would have been like during those times. Our next stop was the viewpoint in this photo, showing the beauty of Novigrad above the Adriatic Sea. (Yes, the sea!) We then visited a farm in Nadin, where we were welcomed with produce like figs, almonds, and a variety of liqueurs produced there. Just as I thought we were moving on, the family opened the door to what we learned was a tavern, and served us lunch of prosciutto, ripe tomatoes, cheese, olive oil, and bread, again, all produced or made right there. It was a delicious surprise and I love when big companies like Viking support local. I can’t imagine what that partnership means to that lovely family. ❤️ Because the ship was docked just across the street from the Old Town of Zadar, we had time to explore it, as well. We saw ruins from the first century B.C. Roman Forum, ninth century Church of St. Donat, and the Zadar Cathderal. It’s just about 2 miles around the old town, and worth the walk! Finally, we sat on the steps of the Sea Organ, listening to the erie music it produces under the gentle waves, and walked over the Greeting to the Sun installation which solar panels create a light show which lasts all night. We finished the day with a fantastic meal at Manfredi’s, the Italian specialty restaurant onboard the ship. Stay tuned for Dubrovnik! Have you been to Croatia?
kastilwellkastilwell
1.7K65
Things to do in Zadar 🇭🇷 1-Bell Tower 2-Forum zadar 3-Archaeological Museum 4-The sea organ 5-Greetings to the sun Follow me for more travel tips✈️ #zadar #croatia #europe #travel #blogger_de #kroatien🇭🇷 #bell_tower #urlaub #urlaubkroatien #reisenmachtglücklich #reiseblogger #kroatienliebe #croatiatrip #croatiafullofmagic #zadaroldtown #zadarregion #reisenistleben #reisenmachtsüchtig #europetravel #europevacation
poullasomewherepoullasomewhere
1868
Beatiful tourist attraction, I recommend to visit it after sundown to fully enjoy the light show. The Greeting to the Sun (Pozdrav Suncu) is another innovative installation by architect Nikola Bašić, located near the Sea Organ on Zadar’s waterfront. It is a circular structure made of glass panels embedded with solar cells, spanning 22 meters in diameter. The installation symbolizes the connection between nature, technology, and the universe. During the day, the solar cells absorb sunlight, converting it into energy. At night, the stored energy powers a mesmerizing light show of vibrant, colorful patterns on the surface of the circle. The display is synchronized with the rhythm of the Sea Organ’s music, creating an immersive sensory experience. The installation also represents the solar system, with smaller circles around the main one symbolizing planets and their relative distances from the Sun. The Greeting to the Sun is a celebration of light and nature, making it a beloved landmark and a perfect companion to the Sea Organ in Zadar.
Matúš KomarňanskýMatúš Komarňanský
00
This was my favourite place to visit in Zadar and we came to see this and the Sea Organ every night of our stay. It is best to visit after sunset (although do come before and watch the sunset) as the lighting panels come to life only after dark to produce a fabulous light show. During the day the panels collect energy from the sun and transform it into electricity. The panels which are in a 22m circle are multi-layered glass plates placed on the same level as the stone-paved waterfront (right beside the Sea Organ) with photovoltaic solar modules underneath. Beside the main (Sun) installation, are similar smaller installations representing other planets of the Solar System eg Mercury, Mars etc. This moument was designed by Croatian architect Nikola Bašić, and symbolizes communication with nature.
Sue Vogt-SkardSue Vogt-Skard
20
Nearby Attractions Of The Greeting to the Sun
Sea Organ
Church of St. Donatus
Zadar Market
Narodni trg
Roman Forum
The Five Wells Square
Cathedral of St. Anastasia
Queen Jelena Madijevka Park
Muzej Iluzija Zadar
Arsenal Zadar MS

Sea Organ
4.7
(23K)Click for details

Church of St. Donatus
4.6
(3.9K)Click for details

Zadar Market
4.5
(3.6K)Click for details

Narodni trg
4.7
(3.1K)Click for details
Nearby Restaurants Of The Greeting to the Sun
Restoran Bruschetta
Restoran 4 Kantuna
The Botanist
Tri Bunara
PET BUNARA Dine & Wine
Restaurant Malo Misto
Restaurant 2Ribara
Palačinka Bar - Slatka Tajna, Zadar
Coffee & Cake - Kavana CENTAR
Proto Food&More

Restoran Bruschetta
4.6
(2.9K)$$
Click for details

Restoran 4 Kantuna
4.7
(2.8K)$$
Click for details

The Botanist
4.9
(2.4K)Click for details

Tri Bunara
4.7
(1.5K)Click for details
Basic Info
Address
Istarska obala, 23000, Zadar, Croatia
Map
Website
zadar.travel
Visit
Reviews
Overview
4.6
(1.9K reviews)
Ratings & Description
outdoor
cultural
family friendly
Description
Monument to the Sun or The Greeting to the Sun is a monument in Zadar, Croatia dedicated to the Sun. It consists of three hundred, multi-layered glass plates placed on the same level as the stone-paved waterfront. It consists of a 22-meter diameter circle, with photovoltaic solar modules underneath.
attractions: Sea Organ, Church of St. Donatus, Zadar Market, Narodni trg, Roman Forum, The Five Wells Square, Cathedral of St. Anastasia, Queen Jelena Madijevka Park, Muzej Iluzija Zadar, Arsenal Zadar MS, restaurants: Restoran Bruschetta, Restoran 4 Kantuna, The Botanist, Tri Bunara, PET BUNARA Dine & Wine, Restaurant Malo Misto, Restaurant 2Ribara, Palačinka Bar - Slatka Tajna, Zadar, Coffee & Cake - Kavana CENTAR, Proto Food&More

- Please manually select your location for better experience