The monument to Prince Branimir installed in NIN, here is the residence of the Prince. Prince Branimir became famous for having received from John VIII the title of the Croatian Duke. In fact, Branimir became the first Prince of the independent state of Croatia, which was released from the control of the Byzantine Empire and the Franks.

In 879, the Prince Zdeslav preceding the Branimir, was killed by his supporters. The Holy Throne in the same year, admitted that the entry Branimir to the throne is legitimate. Pope blessed Branimir and appointed him Prince, and his residence was located in NIN.

Croats honor the memory of the Prince, who worked at strengthening the independence and power of Croatia. Monument in Nina – thanks to the Croatian people to their liberator. Despite the tight cooperation with the Pope, Branimir managed to enter the parallel use of Slavic and Latin languages during the Liturgy. After the death of Branimir throne was inherited by his third son Trpimir I.

The monument in NIN is not the only sign of reverence Branimir, besides the inscriptions with his name on the various altars of the churches of Croatia. Also one of the most significant state awards in Croatia, bears the name of Prince Branimir.

The monument was erected on a stone pedestal in front of the gate of NIN, on the pedestal has an inscription - the name of Branimir.