Zagreb
Zagreb (Zagreb) is the capital of Croatia. In 2005 its population was 973,667 people, in the metropolitan area live 1.2 million, located on the slopes of Mount Medvenitsa and along the Sava River, height 120 m. The favorable geographic position - in the northwestern part of Pannonian basin, which extends to the Alpine, Dinaric, Adriatic and Panonian areas - provides an opportunity for trade between Central Europe and the Adriatic Sea. Commercial situation, industrial concentration (metalworking, electrical appliances, chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals (PLIVA), printers and leather industry, wood processing, paper industry, etc.), scientific and research institutions and industrial tradition underlie the economic life of the city. The city is advanced (by Eastern standards), but average incomes and prices are still below those in the west. Zagreb are central state administrative bodies (legislative, judicial, executive, financial, defense, health, culture, transport, etc.).
High peaks of the cathedral are visible from far and present perfect beauty that Zagreb has to offer visitors. For centuries the city was a center of culture and science, and now has evolved as the representative of trade and industry. Recently Zagreb is one of the most popular destinations to visit in the former Eastern Europe. This is a city with intensive lifestyle that offers both culture and entertainment, and this is one of the reasons that people of all ages love this fantastic place.
It is divided into three parts and two of them are wonderful. In thousands of annual Tops town is the presidential residence, the historic church of St Mark, the Croatian Parliament and many museums and galleries. All are located on the romantic cobbled streets illuminated by gas lamps in the evening hours. Another unusual area - bottoms city has many restaurants, cafes, theaters, parks and spectacular locations that do amazing place. Zagreb has many green areas and lanes. The city will enter into the third millennium with a population numbered over one million. And despite the rapidly growing economy and transport, the city has retained its charm and relaxed atmosphere that make it truly human place.
SecurityCrime in Zagreb is relatively low, although it recently said that car thefts were repeated. Completely safe to use transport at night and walk around in high populated areas. Police presence on city streets is treacherous, so you will rarely see the uniforms, but they are still there. Take precautions as in any other big city.
Toilets
In Zagreb, there are no public toilets around the city. On the other hand, the toilets in restaurants, shops and hotels are well maintained and usually do not have a customer to use them.
Time
Most banks operate between 09:00 and 19:00 Monday to Friday. Branches of the airport of Zagreb Bank are open on Sundays. The offices are mainly from 08:00 to 17:00. Some work on Saturday until about 13:00. Shop opening hours vary, with some closed from 14:00 to 17:00, and others in different intervals during the day. However, total - smaller shops are open from 09:00 to 20:00 from Monday to Saturday and Sunday closed. Shops in major shopping malls are open seven days a week, but open only on Monday afternoon to give the rest of the employees.
