City break
ZAGREB 14. Park Maksimir Zagreb is a city of parks, and one of the oldest and lushest parks is definitely the Maksimir park-forest, in the east side of town. It got its name at the end of the 18th and beginning of the 19th centuries from its founder, the bishop of Zagreb Maksimilijan Vrhovec, who had the oak forest, criss-crossed with creeks, turned into a French park. Maksimir is a favourite weekenddestination for Zagrebians, and through the week for many recreational athletes. The park has a total of seven streams and five lakes, and it’s possible to rend a boat and row on the third lake. The park also includes a sevenhectare Zoo, and many landmarks, such as Bishop Haulik’s summer house, the Viewpoint, Swiss house, St. George’s chapel, obelisk, and the Echo gazebo. Maksimir is also regularly a backdrop for newlywed photo shoots because of its photogenic and romantic qualities.
15. Medvednica
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Rare are the cities where the hills of the mountains, or nature parks, come down to the centre of town. It’s another one of the special features of Zagreb. Medvednica, with its peak Sljeme at 1035 metres above sea level, watches over the city and protects it from cold north winds. This "Zagreb forest" is criss-crossed with several hiking trails, which are occupied by many Zagrebians on weekends. After taking a walk, and exercising, they seek refreshment in the hiking cabins, where bean stew is always the daily special. Sljeme is already traditionally the host of the World Ski Cup race in early January every year.
The Gorans on an Adriatic tour The folklore ensemble "Ivan Goran Kovačić" from Zagreb will be guests at the international "SIVO" folklore festival in the Netherlands from July 29th to August 5th, 2013. After that, they will head out on an Adriatic tour, where, from August 13th to 21st, they will perform in Umag, Biograd n/m, Nin, several places on the island of Hvar, and in Šibenik. 38
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Ritam grada The terrace with one of the best views, the one of Zagreb's main square, is the terrace of the "Ritam grada" café bar and club. This place is especially popular amongst the young, primarily due to the pleasant ambiance, list of various events, and the diverse selection of drinks that includes cocktails and exotic drinks. Entrance is free of charge.