Croatia is getting a lot of attention these days for its sparkling coastline and affordability factor. If you plan a visit, don't overlook a trip to the landlocked capital of Zagreb.
Zagreb, Croatia is a compact city separated into the Lower and Upper towns, and connected by a short ride up the funicular. You can't miss St. Marks church in the Upper town with its tiled rooftop, set on a square that has been the hub of political activity since the 1500s.
Zagreb is not only a cultural capital, but one of the few remaining European cities with an open air market smack in the middle of everything. Farmers from surrounding villages have come to Dolac since 1930s to sell everything from fruit, to flowers to cheese.
Almost every famous Croatian is buried in the Mirogoj cemetery, one of the oldest in Europe.
Croatia is getting a lot of attention these days for its sparkling coastline and affordability factor. If you plan a visit, don't overlook a trip to the landlocked capital of Zagreb.
Walking through its arcades and tree-lined paths is a pleasant way to spend an hour or so. It was created by Viennese architect Herman Bolle, who is also responsible for the Twin-Towered Cathedral.
If you are a dog lover like I am, you might get a kick out of spotting the Dalmatian in its supposed homeland.
An easy day trip from Zagreb is medieval Samobor, 45 minutes west. The main square is lined with 19th century townhouses, cafés and churches.
Croatia is a candidate for membership in the European Union, so you might want to get there before it converts its currency over to the Euro, when prices will likely go up.
For more info on Zagreb, go to www.zagreb-touristinfo.hr.