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The best to thing to do when you arrive in the city is to plunge in its wonderful atmosphere. Getting off from the train at the Glavni Kolodor railway station in the centre of Zagreb, head to the nearby Zrinjevac Park, one of the most romantic promenades of the city and the favourite place of the art lovers. On the way to the park you’ll be able to discover exhibitions at the Art Pavillon and the Croatian Academy of Art and Science. If you are into theatres, then the Croatian National Theatre, a monumental building found in the Marshal Tito square, will fascinate you. Just north of it, stands the 13th century Lotrščak Tower, one of the hallmarks of Zagreb and the best preserved object of the city’s fortification system. You can go to the top by taking the cable car to enjoy the beautiful view over Zagreb. A hundred metres away is the Saint Mark’s Church, known for its multi-coloured roof tiles.

You’ll find spaces for recreation almost anywhere in Zagreb, however it is worth every penny to visit Maksimir Park, the biggest green area in the city. Found in the eastern part of the town, it was the first public promenade in this part of Europe. Spend the day there to visit and discover its numerous monuments and buildings of various style.

Enter the Echo Pavilion, built after 1840, and you will discover that the interior almost perfectly echoes the sounds, thus its name. Climp up to the Viewpoint, a three floor tower 17 metre-high, built in 1843. It offers a wonderful view over the lakes and the main promenade. In the finest part of the Maksimir park, you will find the Zoo, where animals from all over the world are taken care of.

After a day at the park, relax in a local restaurant and try the Kotlovina (stewed meat), an indigenous speciality of Zagreb. A very big metal dish is used to fry sausages and afterwards they are stewed in their own juice, wine and spices. The preparation is usually done outdoors.

As the day is ending, head to the Arcades of Mirogoj Cemetery and Mirogoj Park. The cemetery is among the most beautiful in Europe. Not only it is the home for those who are resting in peace, but also a beautiful park and open-air art gallery. It is also a place where all religions are mixed together and respected!