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What is “ŠTRUKLI”

What is “ŠTRUKLI”

  Štrukli is Croatian continental local dish made of pastry and fresh cottage cheese and cream. It is prepared baked but also boiled. It can be a main meal, but also a desert. Can be purchased at many Croatian pastry shops, ice cream shops and also in...
How far is it from Split to Zagreb?

How far is it from Split to Zagreb?

How far is it from Split to Zagreb?   Split is 4 hours drive by car from Zagreb on motorway, 410 km. Zadar is even closer, 3 hours drive, 280 km. If you prefer to take local roads you need to get out of the motorway at Karlovac, carry on along through a...
How many days do you need in Zagreb?

How many days do you need in Zagreb?

Zagreb covers area of 640 km2, has 17 town quarters, more then 60 museums and galleries, Down Town, Upper Town, Mirogoj Cemetery… So, I would suggest you spent 2 days minimum, without visiting one of numerous interesting museums. If you intend to visit museums of your...
Is Zagreb safe for tourists?

Is Zagreb safe for tourists?

Yes, Zagreb is safe for tourists, it is safe to walk at night, it is safe to talk to locals.  However, lately there are pick pocket gangs that aim to rob tourists and locals off. Be aware of that, always have your bag up on your belly front, or hidden under the...
Do they speak English in Zagreb?

Do they speak English in Zagreb?

  Yes, English is widely spoken in Zagreb, especially amongst young people. Locals are happy to be able to help tourists so do not hesitate to ask for information you need. Zagreb Information Centre is situated at the eastern corner of  Jelačić Square, the main...
Donations for a project “Old Stone House Dalmatia”

Donations for a project “Old Stone House Dalmatia”

Having lived in Croatian capital Zagreb for many years, I long for the time of year when I can go to the Croatian coast. My hobby is searching for the ruined, old stone houses and dreaming how to renovate them. Due to the fact that I have had asthma from my childhood,...
From Zagreb Airport into Zagreb Centre

From Zagreb Airport into Zagreb Centre

You are  departing Zagreb airport around midday and you need to know how much time is needed  to allow to get to the airport, is a taxi the best option or is there an airport shuttle bus to and from the city centre. The bus departs every 30 minutes from the airport to...
Jewish and visiting Zagreb

Jewish and visiting Zagreb

Jewish and visiting Zagreb   Have you heard of a child actress Lea Deutsch who lived in Zagreb in years prior to WW2? She is often regarded to as  Croatian Anne Frank or Croatian Shirley Temple. Did you know that Jewish Community in Zagreb had their synagogue...