5 Reasons Why Zagreb is the Perfect Destination for Budget Travelers
If you never thought about Zagreb as your travel destination maybe it’s time to consider it as a good spot for budget travelers. Croatian capital is situated in the heart of Europe which makes it a great starting point to visit the rest of the country and also some other European capitals like: Vienna, Budapest, Ljubljana, Beograd or Sarajevo. Considering that you have only few hours from these cities, an affordable price and frequent travel schedule start packing your bags for the next vacation.
Reason 1: Affordable Accommodation
Since Zagreb came on a touristic map not that long ago still there are plenty accommodation for every budget. You can find numerous hostels with wide facilities for young or elder travelers. Also there are hotels which will satisfy all pockets plus many private apartments for homely feel. City center will offer you proximity to all attractions while outskirts of the city will give you opportunity to do some sport.
Reason 2: Rich Culture and History
Furthermore, you can enjoy the unique crossroads of the different cultures that are mixed in Croatian capital. Kaptol – part of the city on the little hill where in past lived bishops, priests and rich citizens, there you can find a great monument of Croatina culture – Zagreb Cathedral. Upper Town on another hill – Grades or Grič, surrounded by city walls, where the main square gradually took shape in the very center. In the center is the St. Mark’s Church that was built very early, in the 13th century. At the entrance to Gradec is the Lotršćak Tower, also from the middle ages, which still fires a cannon at noon. In past Gradec i Kaptol were separated by the Medvešćak stream, and the inhabitants were often in conflict. In memory of the bloody frays, the former bridge over the stream was called the Bloody bridge, that you can cross over when walking, for example, from caffe to restaurant in the center of the Zagreb.
The Lower Town was later developed because it was originally the area of vineyards and arable land for the needs of Gradec and because of a fear of Turkish attacks. When the danger from the Turks passed, in the 17th century greater development and construction began. At that time, the Austro-Hungarian Empire left a big mark on construction. In 1850. After a big earthquake 1980. the town was renovated and intensively built. Planned urban construction from the 19th to the 20th century gave a modern impetus and most significant urban project was built – Green horseshoe or Lenuci horseshoe. It is a U-shaped sequence of seven squares with parks: Zrinjevac, King Tomislav Square, Ante Starčević Square, King Petar Svačić Square, Botanical Garden, Marulić Square and two more squares inside the horseshoe, Mažuranić Square and Republic Square. Certainly an essential part where you need to take a walk during your visit to Zagreb. By the First World War, new types of houses and rectangular building blocks, railroads and even barracks had sprung up affected by contemporary culture and previous political regimes.
Reason 3: Delicious Local Cuisine
Zagreb will also offer you to try some local cuisine like: štrukle – cheese filled dough dish, zagrebački odrezak – Zagreb cutlet, purica s mlincima – turkey with pasta tatters or famous cake – kremšnjita. For sure you can discover many more Croatian dishes and you will be surprised how tasty they are.
Reason 4: Outdoor Activities
In summertime swimming at Jarun and Bundek lake can give you coastal vibes or you can refresh yourself on the nearby mountain Sljeme. For winter we propose skiing on Snow Queen piste or outdoor ice-skating during the Advent time. If you prefer run or just daily walk Maksimir Park will be the perfect place to discover because it is the first large public park in South-Eastern Europe founded at the end of 18th century. Inside Maksimir Park there is also a zoo, Zoo Zagreb, which can also be a good location for a walk.
Reason 5: Public Transportation
Moreover, public transport with buses and trams are pretty cheap, punctual and the lines are branched. The service runs at night as well, so we would say no need for taxi or rent- a car.
Conclusion
Since Zagreb came on a touristic map not that long ago still there are plenty accommodation for every budget. You can find numerous hostels with wide facilities for young or elder travelers. Also there are hotels which will satisfy all pockets plus many private apartments for homely feel. City center will offer you proximity to all attractions while outskirts of the city will give you opportunity to do some sport.
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