The main street in the historical centre follows the same direction and connects the eastern end western part of the city, as roman Decumanus did. This street, which has been a symbol of the city from most ancient times, in the 19th century connected different cultural centres of the city – theatres, publishers, cafes. From the most ancient times in Zadar, known as Via Magna, Strada Grande or Ruga Magistra, Kalelarga has been the main street of the city. To Zadar citizens it is much more than that. It is the main urban artery, a cult space and the symbol of the city, to which the most beautiful memories are associated.It is officially called Široka ulica (meaning wide street, or Calle Larga, hence Kalelarga), and it has been sung about in numerous songs, unlike any other street or symbol of the city. It has its anthem, and it is the place of all serious city gossip or news.