Zagreb, the largest city, and capitol of Croatia, has a rich history dating back to Roman times. The first recorded mention of this area dates to 1094. Zagreb certainly presents itself as an Old World city. It is the most important transportation hub in Croatia because it is where Western Europe, the Mediteranian, and Southeastern Europe meet. Because of the inability of finding a suitable apartment with good reviews from previous travelers, we decided to stay at the Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria, located on the edge of the Old City. For the two weeks that we will be staying here, this was a good decision. The hotel is quite comfortable and fairly centrally located.
This Best Western Hotel is a cut above those we have known in America.
The front lobby with its player piano going all day long.
The reception desk folks have been very helpful and attentive.
The breakfast buffet is sumptuous.
And seems to go on forever.
Just a short distance from the hotel is this tree lined mall that reminded us of the Commonwealth Ave area in Boston between Kenmore Square and the Public Gardens.
Zagreb's Jelacic Square, the central square, has existed since the 17th century. It features a large statue of ban Josip Jelacic seated on his horse.
Josip Jelacic statue.
We seem to be a magnet for demonstrations wherever we go. This one apparently was expressing its frustration with Facism.
At the opposite end of the square from where the demonstration was taking place was this flower market.
Going up a few stairs past the flower market was this daily open air food market.
It has been decades since we last encountered Hari Krisners.
Greeting visitors to the market is this bronze statue.
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