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Great things to do in Zagreb
Although most travelers head straight to the Dalmatian coast, the capital, Zagreb has much to offer those who want to enjoy authentic Croatian culture. With several museums, parks, cemetery and perhaps most beautiful in Europe, Zagreb is worth a few days of exploration. The city lies between the southern slope of Mount Medvednica and the north and the south bank of the Sava River. Walk through the outdoor market with coffee in hand and enjoy the beauty of medieval architecture and rich history of Zagreb.
Park Maksimir
Zagreb is full of beautiful forest to explore enclaves. A location is Maksimir Park, which opened in 1794 and is decorated like a park English Garden, with artificial lakes and streets. The most popular amusement park is the Pavilion of Bellevue, which was built in 1843, Echo and the Pavilion, which resembles a rustic Swiss chalet.
Zagreb Botanical Garden
For a change of pace, walk in a botanical garden in Zagreb, which was created in 1890. With 10,000 species of plants and small bodies of water, you can easily spend a couple of hours walking in the shade.
Mirogoj historic cemetery
Although not a park is a Mirogoj most beautiful cemeteries in Europe. Designed by Herman Bollé, one of the best architects in Croatia, the cemetery has several paths domes and sculptures and mixed with impressive tombs. Inside, the cemetery is lush green and quiet strange. It's definitely worth the ten minute trip bus.
The medieval fortress Medvedgrad
Another site worth checking is the strength Medvedgrad, on the south side Medvednica Monte. Zagreb medieval monument most precious Medvedgrad was built from 1249-1254 to protect the city against Tatar invasions.
Zagreb Cathedral
Not to be missed is the building most famous cathedral Zageb. Built in the 11th century Zagreb Cathedral has been destroyed by the Tatars in 1242, then rebuilt by Hermann Bollé, the same architect Mirogoj who designed the cemetery. You can easily tour the Cathedral of Dolac market.
Museums
Zagreb is home to a variety of art museums historical, cultural y. Not to be missed is the Museum Mimara, which was founded by a grant from Ante Mimara "topic. It consists of over 1,500 pieces, the museum works Lorenzetti, Cravaggio, Raphael and Rembrandt. Other museums worth visiting, including the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Museum of Croatian Naive Art.
Market
Zagreb impressive fruit and vegetable market is in the neighborhood of Dolac. Farmer's Market is the most visited and the farmers market most popular in Zagreb, famous for its blend of traditional open market with stalls and market a explained below. Located just steps from the main square, Ban Jelacic, and halfway between the old town of Zagreb, is a great place for breakfast or coffee Dolac and to satisfy the desires of fresh produce. While you're there, do not forget to pick up a Croaterra, Croatian real cake with organic ingredients and whole grains.
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As in Italy, outdoor restaurants are good places to start your evening of entertainment. Tkalčićeva Street in Gornji Grad is the highest concentration of bars and cafes of the city, which are perfect for observing people and eating. The Lisner Kavana Kavana Gradska and relaxing and cafes are perfect for the first night a few drinks and sit and talk.
On the same street is Oliver Twist, "the place to see and be seen" in Zagreb. This stylish bar offers a wide selection of local beers imported and used on two levels and a terrace outdoors. The Bulldog Cafe Belgian beer is very popular among tourists and locals. He has extensive outdoor area, which is always packed almost every night of the week. is excellent Belgian beer and, consequently, the Bulldog is the destination of choice for many parts of the deer. Middle fans will love the earth pub Tolkien, one of the quirkier places in Zagreb. Decorated with photos of famous books by this author The pub is a comfortable and offers a point of talking to strangers to get to know. Who does not like LOTR?
In warmer months are busiest in Lake Jarun, a recreational area where people are drinking and dancing (some of the clubs closed for the summer, as many people visit the islands). Two of the most popular clubs in Zagreb, Aquarius and Piranha can be found here. A tram ride, Lake Jarun also has cafes, restaurants, a nudist beach, sailing, rowing, windsurfing and bike rentals, so it can be a good place to spend the day (and night
Excursions day
Zagreb's central location offers travelers more options for day trips. Samobor is a charming medieval city well preserved and shops old, beautiful parks and hiking trails. Baroque architecture against the hills is picturesque forests. Samobor is accessible by car or bus, and be sure to try the iced coffee that is more like a milkshake.
Vrbovec to the east of Zagreb, is another trip to the city you want to explore. Vrbovec is famous for the old kitchen Croatian specialties and an example graphic faith Croatian culture. Travelers say that once you have Vrbovec, you'll feel like you're at home.
Finally, visitors may want to walk in the ruins of ancient castle, which are very close to the city itself. Escape for a few hours in medieval history.
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