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Vrbovec
The city with about 15,000 inhabitants is 40 km away from Zagreb. The first written trace of the city dates back to 1244 (document of King Bela IV). The castle in Vrbovec dates from 1528 and was built for defense against the Ottoman Empire. Later it was owned by the Zrinski family, Erdody, then again the Zrinski, Patachich, etc. In 1621, Petar Zrinski was born there. Only a cylindrical tower of the castle remains today. The area is rich in valuable cultural heritage. Not far from Vrbovec (in Negovac), Marija Jurich Zagorka was born. Zagorka was a writer of popular novels and the first woman journalist in Southern Europe. The area abounds in rural picnic areas, places for relaxation and gastronomic experience (the event "Kaj su jeli naši stari” (What did our ancestors eat) in August), and sports facilities: tennis, clay pigeon shooting range, fishing on the lakes.
№220 in Cities of Croatia
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Lucy
02/08/2021
This town offers the best relaxation experience. I really loved walking in its ancient cobbled streets that looked like a scene from an old movie. It was nice to admire the old fortresses and museums that looked so magnificent. It was worth the trip.
Wendy
25/06/2021
I came here with my family to relax. There are lots of activities even for the kids. The aqua parks have nice swimming pools, saunas, and fitness centers. The kids loved this town.
Luuk
16/08/2021
I enjoyed myself immensely in Vrbovec. I particularly loved taking strolls and admiring the beautiful castles. Their architectural designs were very unique and intriguing. I look forward to visiting again.
Marie
25/07/2021
I had a relaxing trip to Vrbovec. I delighted in visiting its beautiful spas and enjoying deep massages. My back pains were healed in this town. I left feeling like a new person. I recommend it to all.
Peter
27/07/2021
This is a nice place to vacation in. My family and I loved the elegant hotels' delicious seafood and other traditional dishes. The waiters were friendly and the service was excellent. It's a spectacular town.
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