Travel Zagreb Guide
The Capital city of Croatia, Zagreb has the look and feel of Prague 20 years ago. This old city of museums and cobblestone is also the cultural center for a country which is quickly growing in commerce and with plans to join the European Union. Zagreb hosts the most condensed grouping of Museums in all of Europe, and its lively inhabitants know how to eat and party with endlessly pleasing restaurants and late-night clubs. Zagreb is in a state of transition; from overlooked cultural capital to European hot spot, and the time to visit is now.
Sight-seeing in Zagreb is easy; as most of the cities points of interest are located within walking distance of Trg Bana Jelacicia; the city's main square. The square itself was named after the Croatian responsible for defeating the Hungarians in 1848 and the monument for this local hero sits in the center of the square. Adjacent to the square is St. Stephen's Cathedral, originally constructed in 1899 and adorned by two towering "neo-gothic" spires.
The Dolac market is also nearby, an outdoor market in which vendors sell local goodies in colorful displays. The Kamenita Vrata is the stone gate through which visitors enter the city. This gate was built in the 13th Century and is a place of pilgrimage due to a painting of the Virgin Mary which "miraculously" avoided destruction during the fire of 1731.
When you are tired of tours and museums, you will want to settle down at one of Zagreb's many coffee houses. Most with outdoor seating, one can enjoy a strong espresso whilst watching the passers by on Zagreb's cute cobblestone streets. Zagreb's restaurants have much more to offer than the cuisine of neighboring Eastern Europe. The city's rich history has lead to a diverse cuisine that is strongly influenced by Italy. Try some local, fresh goat cheese, grilled fish or kebabs accompanied by some delicious Croatian wine and you are sure to feel utterly fulfilled.
Since you cannot possibly visit all of Zagreb's museums on a single trip, pick a few which you do not want to miss. The Archeology Museum houses a famous mummy is wrapped in strips of a "book"; a 1,200 word ancient text written in a mysterious language. Visit some local art museums and see some originals by Croatia's famous sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic who's work can also be viewed in his former home in Atelier Mestrovic.
A stunningly cultural city; one cannot turn a corner without viewing some form of art. The beautiful cobblestone streets are lined with gas lanterns and puppeteers, mimes and performers entertain in the town squares. This fun and lovely city is a joy to visit; make Zagreb your next European vacation destination.
Sight-seeing in Zagreb is easy; as most of the cities points of interest are located within walking distance of Trg Bana Jelacicia; the city's main square. The square itself was named after the Croatian responsible for defeating the Hungarians in 1848 and the monument for this local hero sits in the center of the square. Adjacent to the square is St. Stephen's Cathedral, originally constructed in 1899 and adorned by two towering "neo-gothic" spires.
The Dolac market is also nearby, an outdoor market in which vendors sell local goodies in colorful displays. The Kamenita Vrata is the stone gate through which visitors enter the city. This gate was built in the 13th Century and is a place of pilgrimage due to a painting of the Virgin Mary which "miraculously" avoided destruction during the fire of 1731.
When you are tired of tours and museums, you will want to settle down at one of Zagreb's many coffee houses. Most with outdoor seating, one can enjoy a strong espresso whilst watching the passers by on Zagreb's cute cobblestone streets. Zagreb's restaurants have much more to offer than the cuisine of neighboring Eastern Europe. The city's rich history has lead to a diverse cuisine that is strongly influenced by Italy. Try some local, fresh goat cheese, grilled fish or kebabs accompanied by some delicious Croatian wine and you are sure to feel utterly fulfilled.
Since you cannot possibly visit all of Zagreb's museums on a single trip, pick a few which you do not want to miss. The Archeology Museum houses a famous mummy is wrapped in strips of a "book"; a 1,200 word ancient text written in a mysterious language. Visit some local art museums and see some originals by Croatia's famous sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic who's work can also be viewed in his former home in Atelier Mestrovic.
A stunningly cultural city; one cannot turn a corner without viewing some form of art. The beautiful cobblestone streets are lined with gas lanterns and puppeteers, mimes and performers entertain in the town squares. This fun and lovely city is a joy to visit; make Zagreb your next European vacation destination.