Dalmatia is a historic region in Croatia on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea. It is important in Croatia's history, and is often called the cradle of Croatian statehood, due to the fact that many kings were crowned in Dalmatian cities (Nin, Biograd, Solin and Knin). It is a popular tourist destination among many Europeans. It contains many historical medieval cities such as Zadar, Split, Dubrovnik, Sibenik, Knin, Drnis, etc.