[2024 Zagreb Attraction] Travel Guide for Stone Gate (Updated Sep)

#stonegate is the eastern gate to medieval town and Zagreb’s most important shrine. The only remaining entrance of Zagreb’s old fortifications. #inspiration #happynewyear

Capital of Croatia: Zagreb

Zagreb is the capital of Croatia and the political, economic, and cultural center of the country. It has a long history, pleasant climate, and rich tourism resources. It is the only city in Croatia with a population exceeding one million. Today, Croatia is a member of the European Union, and in many aspects, it has integrated with Europe. Croatia's abundant tourism resources attract a large number of European tourists for vacations, and Zagreb also hosts many European visitors. During our two-day trip in Zagreb, we did not encounter any domestic tourists, making Zagreb relatively unfamiliar to our compatriots, at least not as famous as Dubrovnik. However, Zagreb attracts tourists from all over the world with its long history, beautiful architecture, and excellent environment! Zagreb is divided into the Upper Town and the Lower Town. The Upper Town is the old town, featuring churches, historical sites, and other attractions. The Lower Town is the new town, with commercial areas, squares, and art venues. Figures 2-3: St. Mark's Church (Orthodox Church) Figure 4: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral, also known as Zagreb Cathedral, under restoration Figure 5: The Golden Statue of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Figure 6: Croatian National Art Gallery Figures 7-9: Ban Jelačić Square (city center) Figure 10: The world's shortest funicular (connecting the Lower Town and the Upper Town) Figures 11-12: Stone Gate (a city gate of the old town) Figure 13: The ancient farmers' market (Dolac Market) Figures 14-16: Catholic and Orthodox churches in the old town Figure 17: The Tie Museum in the old town (the tie was invented by Croatia) Figure 18: The ancient watchtower in the old town Figures 19-20: Street scenes of the Upper Town Tour duration: 2-3 days

Detailed Guide to Croatia (Part 1), Play it this way to save money

✈ Self-driving tour around Croatia during the National Day, 11 days of itinerary, basically covered all the classic scenes. Sharing some dry goods (detailed content, divided into several issues). 👑Zagreb (Pictures 5-7) This time we took a circular route, landed in Zagreb by LOT Polish Airlines, and spent half a day visiting Stone Gate, market, two churches (not open for renovation) the next day. 🔺The most recommended attraction is Lotrščak Tower, where you can overlook the whole Zagreb. On one side of the tower is the shortest cable car in the world. 🔺Go to St. Mark's Church early in the morning, it's hard to take pictures when there are too many people later. It is recommended to book accommodation near Jelačić Square, where you can walk to all attractions. I booked Apartman Rudi, over 400 per night. 🔺It's cheap to take Uber in Zagreb. 👑Dubrovnik (Pictures 1-4, 12-14) Flew to Dubrovnik in the afternoon of the second day, also considered self-driving, not to mention tired, because we planned to stay in Dubrovnik for 3 nights, and the attractions in the city can be reached on foot. Save 3 days of car rental fee, the domestic ticket is only over 300. 🔺The most photogenic place here is the old town. If you love photography, it is recommended to book a hotel on the hill opposite the old town. I booked Apartments Villa Kosovic - ground floor, the view is excellent, you can overlook the sunrise and sunset of the old town from the balcony. The price is 400 per night, which is very cheap. 🔺As for taking pictures, the main street of the old town is crowded with tourists, but the small alleys on both sides are less crowded and good for shooting. In addition, it is necessary to go up the city wall at sunset, at least reserve 3 hours, otherwise they will rush people when they close. 🔺Another sunset viewing spot in Dubrovnik is on the mountain. Many people will take the cable car to the top of the mountain. But if you want to frame the old town and the sunset, you need a more southern perspective. I found a "wild view" (location in picture 13) through Google Maps, the view is better, and it only costs 15 euros to take a taxi up. 👑Korčula (Pictures 8-11) Three days in Dubrovnik, rent a car on the fourth day to Korčula. 🔺The car rental company chose SIXT, the pick-up and return process was very smooth. Please note that if you are going to several Balkan countries (such as Mostar), you need to pay a 50 euro exit fee. 🔺Drive to Orebi on Korčula Island, take a 15-minute ferry, 15 euros for both people and cars is very cheap. 🔺This small island is like a shield, beautiful when viewed from the air. It used to belong to Venice, so the architectural style also fully reflects the Italian style. There are day-trip tourists on the island, and it is comfortable to stroll in the morning and evening. 🔺Korčula has a real jelly sea, just under the city wall of the old town, where you can swim. The hotels on the island are also very cheap. I booked a four-star hotel (Marko Polo Hotel by Aminess) with a buffet dinner, over 700. 👑Split (Pictures 15-16) 🔺Drive from Korčula to Split in 2 hours, where there is the World Heritage Site Diocletian's Palace. It is recommended to play early in the morning and late at night. When the lights are on at night, the ruins are like the Palatine in Rome. The second day, climb the bell tower, visit the cathedral, feel mediocre, not cheap, not very worthwhile. 🔺Overall, there are many tourists in Split, the whole city is relatively noisy, if it is not for island hopping, one night is enough.