Zagreb is the capital and the largest city of the Republic of Croatia. It is in the northwest of the country, along the Sava river, at the southern slopes of the Medvednica mountain.
The transport connections, concentration of industry, scientific and research institutions and industrial tradition underlie its leading economic position in Croatia. Zagreb is the seat of the central government and administrative bodies.
Facts and Figures
Location:
northern Croatia, on the Sava River, 170 km from the Adriatic Sea
45° 10' N, 15° 30' E
situated 122 m above sea level
Time:
Central-european time (GMT+1)
Climate and Weather:
continental climate
average summer temperature: 20° C
average winter temperature: 1° C
Population:
779,145 (2001)
Surface area:
650 sq. km.
Institutions:
19 theatres
24 museums
65 galleries and art collections