If not for other reasons I am in particularly grateful for joining to VT because this membership have teach me to walk the streets of my hometown with open eyes. It is completely new sensation, now I... more
The chapel of Jesus in Wounds (crkva Ranjenog Isusa) is situated on a field, near Zagreb airport. It was built and furnished by the widow of the nobleman Ladislav Plepelić in 1758.
The chapel is... more
When you are in Zagreb, there is no way not to notice our big natural protector from the North, a homeland of Zagreb if you like it, the mountain Medvednica with its top Sljeme. With Jarun, it is also... more
Zagreb's Mirogoj Cemetery is seen as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in Central Europe.
I visited the place together with VT member diocletianvs (Niksa). He told me many interesting stories... more
Jarun is a large recreational and sports oasis just outside Zagreb's city centre. It is especially popular on weekends when both locals and visitors come here for a walk.
The area consists of two... more
Kurija (from Latin "curia") is summary name for the buildings which are property of the catholic church. The name derives from "Curia Romana", which is the body... more
It almost could be said that Zagreb has its own Manneken Pis, which isn't that famous as the one in Brussels. I am joking, of course, this is sculpture by A.... more
Veliki Tabor; is the ancient fortress of the Ratkay Counts from the fifteenth century. This Gothic/Renaissance structure emanates the tragic fate of Veronika of... more
Right at the corner of Gunduliceva and Masarykova street stands this beautiful house, known also as Kalina House. It is the first house in Zagreb built in the... more
It is quite feasible to take a day trip to Ljubljana by train. Journey time is just over 2 hours for 142 km.With the summer 09 timetable you could leave Zagreb... more
In the hills or mountains behind Zagreb there are lots of hiking paths and little towns. If you have excess time you may want to consider visiting Medvegrad and... more
I saw this church from the tram when I took the picture. One day when I walked by I visited it. There are continously worshipping people going in. The actual... more
On the corner of the house at number 8 is the head of Matija Gubec, the leader of the great peasent uprising against feudal lords in 1573. According to legend... more
This is my favourite park...On a beautiful day like this one you can just sit on the bench and look at the people around you...old ladies talking, couples... more
In last two years, some parts of Zagreb got a completely new look. Old buildings tored down, new business and living buildings growing, new shopping centres... more
OK, I have to be perfectly honest, your chances of finding this place as a traveller to Zagreb are fairly remote. It is nothing remarkable, yet for me, it... more
I assume the city is in constant changing, some for good and some maybe not so good. Anyhow, not only old city buildings and churches but also new modern... more
When you find your way to Samobor, don't miss the castle I mentioned; although it's quite devastated, it's an amazing experience just to climb and walk around... more
Samobor is a nice little place just some 15 km away from Zagreb... It's a complete contrast, peaceful and serene, a real place to relax, eat something and... more
A beautiful castle somewhere in the middle of Medvednica, this is the place most of the people don't reach, because it's really hard to go there... It takes a... more
We belive food is an artform and locals apply this philosophy to both its preparation and the way to eat it. You will hear the term "slow-food" incorporated in... more
Miljana; is an example of the love and care given to the preservation of historical heritage. It was carefully renewed and enriched with a valuable... more
The streets bounding Tomislavov, Strossmayerov and Zrinjevac parks have been built-up with some very nice buildings of various architectural styles. Those on... more
If you are in Zagreb maybe for a week or so, please find a day at least go to Ljubljana, this is the capital of Slovenia, a country in the north of... more
I just love the buildings in Upper Town. Look at this one, for instance. WHat is the history of this old building? What went on behind these walls when a horse... more
ZAGREB, AGRAM, ZAGABRIA, three different names for the same place called home.
Zagreb is the city you just have to know better, it has a thousand faces, great historical heritage and the exceptional...
While talking to Nikša (diocletianvs on VT) I heard so many nice stories about Zagreb so when I heard that there were great deals with Germanwings I decided to go on a pre-christmas city break in...
My first and last stops in Croatia were in Zagreb. When I originally sat down to plan my itinerary, I hadn't planned to spend any real time in Zagreb. I was only going to rush through the airport on...
I came to this historical city for a long weekend in April 2007 as I had never been to this part of Europe before. I came by night train and travelled back during the day. Please take a look at my...
I've lived here my whole life and [as every city] it has its pros & cons, but it all depends, I guess... Sometimes you're simply fed up with the traffic & the ppl., but sometimes [although rarely,......
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