Despite the fact that Zagreb is not the most popular capital among tourists, this city deserves attention. Most guests of Croatia go straight to the resorts, using the capital as a transit point, and in vain – it’s really very interesting here. In addition, even a budget tourist traveling on the principle of «spend less, see more» can afford the local prices.
Facts about the city of Zagreb
- The first mention of the city dates back to 1094.
- Once Zagreb was called Agram.
- In the 13th century, the city was almost completely destroyed by the Mongol Khan Batu.
- The population of Zagreb is 790 thousand people.
- In terms of the percentage of city area occupied by museums, Zagreb ranks first among all cities in the world.
- He works here over 20 theatres. They are very popular with the locals.
- There are few dogs in Zagreb, but cats seem to be adored by everyone here.
- Free wi-fi in Croatian the capital is almost everywhere, even just on the streets of the old city (interesting facts about Croatia).
- Zagreb’s public transport system is recognized as the safest in the world. For 100 years, no one has been harmed while using it.
- Here there is the world’s shortest city funicular, the line length of which is only 66 meters. It connects two districts of the city.
- Zagreb has 25 sister cities.
- The first regular newspapers began to be published here as early as 1784.