Legendary
Sight
St Mark's Church
A medieval church crowned by a famous tiled roof bearing the coats of arms of Croatia and Zagreb.
Photo: Jorge Franganillo / CC BY 2.0
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Maksimir Lakes
Five 19th-century artificial lakes, home to swans, turtles and quiet walks.
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Photo: Antimuonium / CC BY-SA 4.0
Why it is worth your time
A chain of five lakes, the first dug in 1839, forms the heart of Maksimir's idyll. Around the still water, paths lead past swans, ducks and turtles basking on branches. The loveliest part of the park for an easy loop, a photo or a pause on a lakeside bench.
Croatia Atlas tip
Walk the lakeside loop in late afternoon when the swans and turtles are out and the light is golden.
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Sight
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The home and studio of Croatia's greatest sculptor.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon / CC BY-SA 4.0
Hidden gem
Activity
Grič Tunnel
A WWII shelter tunnel threading under the Upper Town.
Photo: Miroslav Vajdic from Zagreb, Croatia / CC BY-SA 2.0
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