News

  • 01
    November
    2007

    Cameras Watch over the Streets of Zagreb

    Despite the fact that tourists perceive Zagreb as one of the safest European cities, measures will be put in place to make Zagreb even safer. Following the examples of some other European cities, Zagreb will add a network of 300 cameras to those already operating at the busiest traffic hubs, which will monitor all the thoroughfares and crossroads under the control of the Center for Automatic Traffic Control.

  • 01
    November
    2007

    The Day of the Tie Celebration

    Croatia is the homeland of the tie, a universally recognized and valued symbol of politeness and business efficiency. The Day of the Tie was marked on 18 October. On that day, four years ago, a spectacular event, “Tie”, was staged around the Arena in Pula. The media brought the happening to over a billion people. Zagreb also took part in marking the day of one of the best known Croatian legacies and a recognizable souvenir of Croatia and Zagreb.

  • 01
    November
    2007

    Zagorje Štrukli – Protected Cultural Asset

    Štrukli is certainly one of the most popular dishes in Croatian Zagorje and Zagreb. From now on, it will be protected by law as an authentic Zagorje and Croatian brand. When in Zagreb, do not forget to taste it – you will become an aficionado.

  • 01
    October
    2007

    The World Tourism Day Marked in Zagreb

    On Saturday, 29 September, the World Tourism Day was marked by a celebration organized in Zagreb's Zrinjevac Park. Zagreb's citizens and their guests enjoyed the performances of numerous folklore groups and ensembles, rides in old horse-drawn carriages and the tastes of typical Zagreb delicacies.

  • 01
    October
    2007

    Tourist Numbers Up by One Fifth!

    Last August, Zagreb reaffirmed its position as a town that attracts the interests of an increasing number of tourists. Their numbers were as much as 21 per cent higher than the same month the year before. The results recorded in the first eight months of the year have confirmed: a new city break star has been born!

  • 01
    October
    2007

    An Attractive Tourist Area Close to the City

    The tourist area "Across Sutla and Žumberak", to the Northwest of Zagreb, includes numerous tourist attractions. The area is in close proximity to the Croatian capital and thus, it will provide a lot of pleasure to the city guests who chose it for their outing.

  • 01
    October
    2007

    Cultural wealth of Dalmatian Zagora

    Until October 21st , visitors of the Klovićevi Dvori Gallery can familiarize themselves with the great and hitherto unknown cultural wealth of Dalmatian Zagora. Three thousand exhibits are on display at a unique exhibition named "The Dalmatian Zagora - an Unknown Land" which has involved the work of as many as seventy scientists.

  • 01
    October
    2007

    European Bat Night

    To mark the 11th European Bat Night, the Maksimir Park Zoo organized entertainment and educational events to teach children about the need to protect and preserve this endangered species through fun activities and games.

  • Celebrities about Zagreb

    Melanie Fiona

    Melanie Fiona

    I am sorry that I have not had the opportunity to stay longer and see a little more, but the Jarun Lake and clubs impressed me, has all the elements of good entertainment.

    Source: Hotel Antunović Zagreb

    Courtney Thorne Smith

    Courtney Thorne Smith

    Thank you for one of the best hotel experience ever. The rooms were extraordinary, the staff was great, and every moment was beautiful. And Zagreb... magical! All the best!

    Source: Esplanade Zagreb Hotel

    Foals

    Foals

    We're excited about our first concert in Croatia and delighted that we had the opportunity to walk around the wonderful city of Zagreb.

    Source: INmusic festival

    David Byrne

    David Byrne

    If we leave out the hills in one part of the town, Zagreb is a perfect town for cycling. vid Byrne (Talking Heads) on releasing his book Cycling Diaries

    Source: www.mvinfo.hr

    The Fratellis (Jon)

    The Fratellis (Jon)

    Thanks to everybody who came to see us at the INmusic Festival! We're delighted by the city and hope to see you again.

    Source: INmusic festival

    50Cent

    50Cent

    I was very looking forward to coming to Zagreb, especially because my mother travelled with me. My people found out everything about it, so that we could see the main stuff in the city!

    Source: Hotel Antunović Zagreb

    Alex Kapranos

    Alex Kapranos

    Alex Kapranos (Franz Ferdinand) wrote about Zagreb on his blog: http://bit.ly/nO3yin

    Source: www.guardian.co.uk

    Baka DJ, Ruth Flowers

    Baka DJ, Ruth Flowers

    Zagreb is beautiful, but the people thrilled me the most. Everybody is so kind and outgoing. I could not wish for better hosts.

    Source: Hotel Antunović Zagreb

    Jesse Eisenberg

    Jesse Eisenberg

    Jesse Eisenberg (actor) spent the autumn in Zagreb in 2007: Zagreb is an incredible town. I enjoyed sightseeing the old parts of the town, and at night I went to clubs. I was thrilled that it was near Austria and Italy, so I visited Venice, Milan, Ljubljana, Graz, Split... over the weekends.

    Source: www.vjesnik.com

    Tommy Emmanuel

    Tommy Emmanuel

    I like Lisinski very much. It was very intense to perform there, because people came, listened carefully and felt the music in their hearts. Lisinski is a beautiful concert hall, and I am very honored to be performing there. I have wonderful memories of my first performance in Lisinski.

    Source: www.muzika.hr