Mention a holiday in Croatia and many people think of warm islands and sun-kissed coasts. Few consider the richly cultured capital, Zagreb, and its neighbouring northern towns that are home to the country’s most mystical landscapes, warmhearted hosts and antiquated customs.
City of Angels
Inland Croatia’s most architecturally stunning city is Varaždin. Once the country’s capital for a brief spell in the late 18th century, the streets are brimming with baroque palaces built by the local nobility during this opulent period and painted in candy pink and yellow hues. Most of these grand homes have now been converted into schools and museums, like the Herzer Palace which houses the World of Insects exhibition, an extensive collection of exquisite butterflies and other species indigenous to the area.
Walk past the bright…
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Woman's Weekly (Digital) - 1 Issue, 09-feb-16