Views of the historic center in Zagreb, Croatia
I had no idea about what Zagreb would be like outside of some initial research and viewing some pictures of the Croatian Capital. Not really grabbing my interest, I still placed in my travel destinations for access to various parts of Croatia that I wanted to visit and Zagreb is the central axis as a transit hub. I enjoyed visiting the city and my first Impressions of Zagreb, Croatia were quite positive to this gorgeous city.
Touring the capital city of Zagreb
Panorama of the capital at Zagreb
Arriving the main train station was pleasant enough, but I thought the main station was fairly compact and nondescript. No worries, I’m not here to hang out at the station so I eagerly ventured outside and was immediately greeted with a wonderful flower and fruit market in the nearby square. It didn’t take too long to find my lodgings for the night with exceptional vistas of the city. It looked like most of the city especially in the historic district had a fairly low skyline except for the main cathedral sticking out boldly in the central area.
The exterior facade of Zagreb Cathedral
Sculpture facing the Assumption of Mary, Zagreb Cathedral
Main square at Zagreb, Ban Jelačić Square
The main market in the historic district is wonderful to visit and very colorful with all the fall harvest produce and finished products that you can sample and take away for a picnic or gifts of your visit to this lovely capital city.
Dolac market in lower town, Zagreb
Native dance at the Dolac market in Zagreb
Shopping for some treats at the Dolac market
It’s really fun to walk around a very compact and historic city like Zagreb in both the upper and lower town or the old center. I’m sure there are many wonderful discoveries and cool places to visit in the capital city and I’m sure you will find this city quite fascinating and worth visiting when you are in Croatia.
People watching in a pedestrian zone at Zagreb
Check out these other posts of Zagreb & the country
A visit to Mirogij Cemetery in Zagreb
10 things worth doing in Zagreb, Croatia
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Zagred is gorgeous – you must visit the Dalmation Coast – its breathtaking!
Zegreb looks pretty! I like such cities that have colorful rooftops, and gorgeous fruit and flower markets. Croatia is the latest hot favorite with travelers. How are the locals like? Are they friendly?
They are friendly and easy going, at least the few that I met that are not in the hospitality trade
It looks like a model railroad world. So colorful!
As always, your photos are so beautiful!! I really enjoyed your blog!!
It looks beautiful. I really like the pictures at the market, especially the dancers colorful and fun.