21st International Conference on Geoinformation and Cartography
Conference venue: Ceremonial Hall of the University of Zadar, Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV No. 2, Zadar, 44.11131N, 15.22589E
Program
First day program, Thursday, 18 September 2025
9:00–10:00 Registration
10:00–10:30 Opening Ceremony
Dobro jutro / Goog Morning (Traditional) perforemed by Klapa Anima Maris
Prof. Dr. Josip Faričić, University of Zadar, Rector
Assist. Prof. Dr. Tome Marelić, Local Organizing Committee, President
Prof. Dr. Ana Pejdo, Secretary of the Croatian Geographic Society − Zadar
Prof. Emer. Miljenko Lapaine, Croatian Cartographic Society, President
Maja Pupačić, Deputy Director General of the State Geodetic Administration
Assist. Prof. Dr. Dušan Petrovič, Vice-President of the International Cartographic Association − ICA
Musical intermezzo by Klapa Anima Maris
Ako smo mali na giografskim kartam / If We Are Small on Geographic Maps – music and lyrics: Ljubo Stipišić
Cvijet čežnje / Flower of Longing – music: Zdenko Runjić, lyrics: Tomislav Zuppa
10:30–11:00 Keynote Lecture
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Liqiu MENG
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Impacts of AI on Cartography –
A Discipline that Uses Hands, Head, and Heart
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11:00–11:30 Coffee Break
11:30–12:30 Presentations
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Teona TIGISHVILI
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The Role of Cartography in a Revised Curricululm of Geography
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Ružica VUK
Biljana VRANKOVIĆ
Ana PEJDO
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Lost in Space
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Tedo GORGODZE
Gocha GUDZUADZE
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A New Direction for Geography Teaching in Georgia – Digital Geographic Atlas
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Dimitrios LIASKOS
Vassilios KRASSANAKIS
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Introducing the SVGazeD Metric Towards Simplifying the Description of Visual Perception Differences During Map Reading
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12:30–13:00 Book Promotion
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Josip FARIČIĆ, Tome MARELIĆ (Eds.)
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Early Modern Nautical Charts of the Adriatic Sea: Information Sources, Navigation Tools, and Communication Media
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13:00–14:30 Lunch at the Barbakan Restaurant
14:30–16:00 Presentations
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Josip FARIČIĆ
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Decorative Elements on Early Modern Maps as Instruments of Political Apology: Olfert Dapper’s Map of the Adriatic Sea
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Julijan SUTLOVIĆ
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Marks of Peril: The Development, Representation, and Legacy of the Rock/Rock Awash Sign on Nautical Charts of the Adriatic since ca. 1270
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Tanja KREMENIĆ
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Mapping the Landscapes of Stone − A Case Study of the Cres-Lošinj Archipelago
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Saba MODEBADZE
Khatia KVELASHVILI
Tornike KHACHIDZE
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Cartographic Heritage of Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani
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Leonardo MORA
Francesco FERRARESE
Silvia Elena PIOVAN
Michael Edward HODGSON
Maria PETRICCIONE
Aldino BONDESAN
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World War I Historical Cartography: a Framework for a Military Historical GIS Database
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Tanja KREMENIĆ
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A GIS-based Analysis of the Hydraulic Heritage of the Roman Centuriation of Padua: Historic Blue-green Networks for Future Climates
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16:00–16:15 Coffee Break
16:15–17:15 Presentations
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Sopio GORGIJANIDZE
Tedo GORGODZE
Gocha JINCHARADZE
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The Importance of Military Topographic Maps in Emergency Management from a Case Study of Georgia
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Zurab LAOSHVILI
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Remote Monitoring System of Forest Fire in Georgia
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Robert ŽUPAN
Željka MOLAK ŽUPAN
Ivana RACETIN
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Water Risk Assessment in Croatia
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Matej VOJTEK
Dávid DRŽÍK
Jozef KAPUSTA
Jana VOJTEKOVÁ
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Machine Learning Prediction of Fluvial Flood Extent Using Benchmark Flood Maps and High-resolution Spatial Data
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17:15–17:30 Coffee Break
17:30–18:30 Presentations
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Dušan PETROVIČ
Matija GERČER
Maša ČARF
Lucija RAMŠAK
Jernej TEKAVEC
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Upgrade of the Information System for Freshwater Fisheries (RIBKAT) in Slovenia
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Nikoloz KAPANADZE
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GIS and Photogrammetry in Agriculture
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Filip PAPIĆ
Mario MILER
Luka RUMORA
Damir MEDAK
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Zero-Shot or Few-Shot? SAM and Random Forest on NDVI-HSV
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Saeed MEHRI
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Deep Learning-Driven Surface Optimization for Land Leveling Using UAV-Derived DEMs: A Case Study in Modern Orchard Establishment
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19:00
Map Exhibition Oppening at Proveditor's Palace, Trg Petra Zoranića 1, Zadar
Between Sea and Land: Cartographic Representations of the Adriatic Sea from the 16th to the 19th Century – Printed Maps and Nautical Charts in the Construction of Maritime Space
The exhibition of original printed nautical charts of the Adriatic Sea spans the period from the 16th to the 19th century. This era was marked by profound political transformations that significantly shaped the political, economic, and cultural landscape of a region characterized by multifaceted interactions and conflicts. These charts reflect the gradual evolution of geographic knowledge about the Adriatic and the progressive refinement of cartographic techniques − especially evident from the early 19th century, when many charts were produced based on systematic hydrographic surveys.
The institutionalization of cartography, along with scientific and technological innovations, contributed to the production of reliable spatial data crucial not only for navigation but also for broader inquiries into the coastal and maritime spaces of the Adriatic and the sustainable use of its natural resources.
The charts featured in the exhibition originate from various cartographic centers, each employing distinct methodologies and conceptual frameworks. Despite their differences, they share a common focus: the Adriatic Sea as one of the most vital zones of the Mediterranean. In these representations, the Adriatic is not merely depicted − it is constructed and imagined, embedded in the mental maps of individuals and communities. These maps weave together the physical and the symbolic, forming a layered reality that captures both concrete geographies and imagined spaces.
Moreover, the charts stand as tangible evidence of the exchange of ideas and technologies. Cartography functioned as a multidimensional bridge − linking science and technology, art and geography, seafaring and other economic activities. As instruments of cultural exchange and convergence among peoples, states, and regions along the Adriatic coast, these maps serve as communicative media that carry diverse messages. Their rich informational value affirms cartography's role not merely as a technical field but as a formative element in the shaping of social and economic life.
Second day program, Friday, 19 September 2025
90:30–10:30 Presentations
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Tanja KREMENIĆ
Goran ANDLAR
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Mapping Wooden Architecture of Banovina/Banija, Pokuplje and Posavina Regions (Croatia)
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Giorgi ABRAMISHVILI
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Prospects of Using Interactive Maps in the Ethnocultural Landscape Atlas: An Innovative Approach to Modern Cartography
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Damir MAGAŠ
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Fort Slivnica (Vinjerac) in the Zadar Area on 16th Century Maps
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Dušan PETROVIČ
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ICC2025 Vancouver
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10:30–11:00 Coffee Break & Sponsor Presentations
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HERE Global B.V.
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Golden Sponsor
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11:00–11:30 Keynote Lecture
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Georg GARTNER
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Cartographic Research and Education at TU Vienna in the Era of AI
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11:30–13:00 Presentations
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Amirmohammad GHAVIMI
Roland PESCH
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A GIS-Based Method for Evaluating Public Green Spaces with Emphasis on Recreational Value
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Dušan PETROVIČ
Gašper MRAK
Jana BREZNIK
Mojca FOŠKI
Irena STRNAD TRČEK
Mateja VOLGEMUT
Mateja KRAMPAČ
Alma ZAVODNIK LAMOVŠEK
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Use of Spatial Data for Planning Bicycle Connections in Slovenia Based on User Types
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Garenza Riang NUGRAHA
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Brewing Hotspots: A Spatial Analysis of Coffee Shop Distribution in Yogyakarta’s Campus Zones
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Zlatko HORVAT
Aleksandar TOSKIĆ
Vlado CETL
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Mapping Geographical Marginality in Međimurje County: GIS and Exploratory Factor Analysis Approaches
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Tengizi GORDEZIANI
Neli JAMASPASHVILI
Gocha GUDZUADZE
Nika BERUCHASHVILI
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Methodology for Mapping the Dynamics of Landscape-ethological States from a Case Study of Georgia
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Robert MAGHLAKELIDZE
Girogi MAGHLAKELIDZE
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Gravigenic Processes in Natural Complexes and Methods of Mapping their Dynamics − from a Case Study of the Tetri-Klde Erosion-denudation Cirque
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13:00–14:30 Lunch at the Barbakan Restaurant
14:30–16:00 ICA Commission on Map Projections
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Krisztián KERKOVITS
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ICA Commission on Map Projections
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Krisztián KERKOVITS
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Unexpected Features of some Map Projections on the Ellipsoid of Revolution
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Vedran STOJNOVIĆ
Miljenko LAPAINE
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Teaching Map Projections in Classroom and QGIS: Presentation and Workshop
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16:00–16:15 Coffee Break
16:15–16:45 Presentations
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Revaz TOLORDAVA
Tedo GORGODZE
Gocha GUDZUADZE
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Atlas Mapping of the Occupied Territories of Georgia from a Case Study of Abkhazia
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Igor VILUS
Marijan MARJANOVIĆ
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Multiannual Programme of Official State Cartography for the Period 2025–2034
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17:00–19:00
Zadar Walking Guided Tour and Sightseeing (Optional)
Start in front of the Conference venue: Ceremonial Hall of the University of Zadar, Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV No. 2, Zadar, 44.11131N, 15.22589E, at 17:00
19:00 Dinner at the Barbakan Restaurant
Third day program, Saturday, 20 September 2025
Guided Tour of Vrana Lake Nature Park
On the third day of the conference, September 20, 2025, a guided tour of Vrana Lake and its surroundings is organized. Departure is planned at 9:00 am from the parking lot in front of the Department of Geography of the University of Zadar (dr. Franje Tuđmana 24 i).
The first stop on the route is the first-order trigonometric point, Vrčevo. After a short drive, participants will visit the ornithological reserve within the Vrana Lake Nature Park. During the tour of the ornithological trail, an expert associate of the park will give a lecture on the rich flora and fauna, with special emphasis on the bird species that make the area unique.
The next stop is Maškovića Han, a historical building from the Ottoman period that today functions as a hotel, restaurant and museum. Participants will have the opportunity to see the architectural, historical and cultural features of this unique building and learn more about its history.
The tour continues towards the old town of Vrana, a medieval fortress that was one of the seats of ecclesiastical and secular power from the 11th to the 14th centuries. During the visit, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the story of the guarding of the Croatian royal crown and other historical facts about this significant historical site.
A short walk of about 15 minutes leads to the cave and the source of drinking water "Pećina". This natural wealth will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about geological and hydrological peculiarities and enjoy untouched nature.
The route continues towards the Kamenjak viewpoint, which offers a spectacular view of Lake Vrana, the Adriatic Sea and the islands. It is an ideal place for a short break and taking photos of the unique landscape.
At the end of the tour, a visit to the "Roca" farm near Stankovci is planned, where lunch will be organized for the participants. There they will be able to taste indigenous specialties and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of a traditional rural economy. Return to Zadar is planned around 5:00 pm.
