Trakoscan castle - Zagreb

Route: Maribor - Trakoscan castle - Zagreb - Maribor
Duration: 9 h
Our first stop will be at Trakoscan Castle. For lovers of history and arts, Trakošćan Castle is a great place to visit. It was built in the thirteenth century as a part of fortification system, defending Croatia from the attacks of the Ottoman Turks. Throughout the history, it has been renovated several times by its various owners. In the 19th century, Trakošćan acquired its present appearance – the castle has been reconstructed in Neo-Gothic style, an artificial lake in the woods has been made, making it an idyllic place with harmonious atmosphere. Walk by the lake, climb up the tower, listen to the stories of the families who lived there since the Middle Ages and also the stories of modern times. Next we will visit to the Zagreb with its stunning architecture, historic monuments, unique coffee culture, green parks, cultural attractions and abundance of festivals and events, Zagreb is a great tourist destination. The city will surprise you with its unique layout of upper and lower town, each with its own characteristics and attractions. Before 1850  Gradec and Kaptol these two areas used to be two different settlements which were separated by a stream that ran along what nowadays is the very trendy Tkalčićeva Street. Gradec  was first mentioned in historical records when it was declared a free city in 1242 by king Bela IV. Subsequently, the citizens of Gradec were given different rights (including choosing their own mayor) and soon after they started fortifying their city with defensive walls and towers. There were four gates around the walled city, out of which only what used to be the Stone Gate has survived. The urban layout of Gradec is recognizable to this day and preserved beautifully. Kaptol was founded on the opposite hill to Gradec, by King Ladislaus in 1094 when he decided to establish the Zagreb diocese – a district which was under the jurisdiction of the bishop who also lived there. Throughout the 15th and 16th centuries, Kaptol’s citizens were also busy with building fortifications around the town and Zagreb Cathedral. During the tour you will see and know about  Ban Jelačić Square, Zagreb Cathedral, Dolac Market, The Stone Gate, Panoramic Viewpoint of Zagreb, Gradec Plateau and Zagreb Street Art, Lotrščak Tower and the Strossmayer Promenade,St. Mark’s Church and Square, Zagreb Lower Town , Oktogon at Ilica Street and Flower Square,The Croatian National Theatre, Zagreb Botanical Gardens and more. After free timewe will return to Maribor.
Price: Per person