Explore Biograd na Moru, a historic town where kings were crowned. Discover its rich past and the legendary 1583 shipwreck, revealing a mysterious chained chest. Join me to uncover its fascinating secret!
Walk with me through Biograd na Moru, a historic Croatian town where kings were crowned. Though its past was turbulent, it has risen again, now a charming retreat for families and those seeking peace.
Step back in time as we explore its rich history, but one story stands out: the secret hidden in its City Museum.
In 1583, a merchant ship sailing from Venice to Constantinople, loaded with treasures for Sultan Murat III, sank off Biograd’s coast. Lost for 400 years, its wreck was a groundbreaking Adriatic discovery. Among the finds was a massive chained chest, its contents a stunning surprise!
Tour Highlights:
- Ruins of the Benedictine Monastery of St. John
- Basilica of St. Anastasia
- 16th-century shipwreck treasures at the Homeland Museum