destination It is the capital of Croatia and its most populous city. It is located exactly between the Sava River and Mount Medvenica, 122 meters above sea level. Although perhaps tourism in this area agrees to visit other cities such as Dubrovnik, this capital also deserves our attention.
It has great beauty and a charm that we must discover. You can do a good tour in little more than a day, although perhaps, if you fall in love, your visit will tend to lengthen slightly. Therefore, we are going to comment on all those essential places to visit. Are you ready or ready?
The church of San Marcos
Zagreb can be divided into several zones. One of them is called the Upper Town. In it we are going to find places as essential as the church of San Marcos. It dates from the thirteenth century, although it is true that it had several reforms over time. It is located in the square also bears the same name. With the romantic style as a base, later there were elements in it of the late Gothic.
The Lotrscak Tower
It also dates from the XNUMXth century and was part of a defensive zone, accompanied by walls. But today only the tower and its great beauty remain standing. In order to get there, you have to take the so-called rack railway. But once there, we can enjoy almost privileged views. Inside it houses an art gallery. If you do not want climb to the top of the tower, this place also offers you a terrace area and live music.
The Stone Gate
It is located in the upper city, just like the sites we just mentioned. It is one of the access points that the city had, since as we have mentioned, it was walled. Although there are hardly any remains of all that. Of the four doors, only one still stands. So it is also considered another of the points to visit. It has a chapel inside with an image of the Virgin Mary and Jesus, which came out of a fire intact, so it is considered to be a miraculous place.
Zagreb Cathedral
At Kaptol neighborhood, is the Cathedral. It has high towers that can be seen throughout the city. Although it had some reforms, it should also be mentioned that this place dates from the XNUMXth century, although it is true that in previous years, its construction began and that time later, it was renovated. Mostly due to invasions and also earthquakes. Be that as it may, it is one of the most important monuments in Zagreb.
Ban Jelacic Square
It is a place that It is located between the upper and lower cities. It honors one of the leaders of Croatia and was built during the Second World War. Although it is true that this place already existed in the seventeenth century. Being one of the main places, it tends to be very adorned when festivities such as Christmas arrive, among others.
The Green Horseshoe
It is an area so called because it has a horseshoe or U shape. It is located in the lower city and is composed of green areas with parks, squares and incredible walks, as well as period buildings. A way to enjoy nature and to look back to learn a little more about the history of this place. On your walk you will come across the Art Pavilion or the Railway Station. Also in this area you will find the Botanical Garden. The walk through the entire Green Horseshoe is about 3 kilometers, approximately.
National Theater of Croatia
It does not hurt to see the first person National Theater of Croatia. It was built in the XNUMXth century and many artists, both national and international, have passed through here. Undoubtedly, its facade alone is another of those jewels that well deserve to be immortalized.
The Museums of Zagreb
If you like to know a little more about the history of the place as well as its legends, nothing like a tour of the museum area. On one side is the Archaeological Museum It has objects of Egyptian type and also texts in Etruscan. On the other hand, we find the Folklore Museum, which in this case has local handicrafts. The one named as City Museum It is the one that has the convent of Santa Clara and in it we will see a tower dating from the XNUMXth century. So here we will see both remains of history or culture and Roman-type findings.
The Regent Esplanade
We emphasize another of the buildings that require all the prominence. Because we are facing one of the most emblematic places in Zagreb. For many locals, it is vitally important. This is because it is a hotel where important names from the world of cinema have stayed, such as Elizabeth Taylor. So, as we can see, there are many corners that a city like this offers us. Have you already visited it?