The Best of Zagreb’s Upper Town: Landmarks, Legends, and Local Secrets

Zagreb Upper Town Guide

Zagreb is a city divided into two halves that perfectly complement each other: the historic Upper Town (Gornji Grad) and the elegant Lower Town (Donji Grad). The first, dating back to the 11th century, is filled with cobblestone streets and red-tiled rooftops, being – without a doubt – the most romantic part of Croatia’s capital. … Read more

Traditional Croatian Boy Names (Plus Their Meanings)

Croatian boy names

If you have a baby boy and you want him to have a traditional Croatian name, I am here to help. I will list below all the traditional Croatian male names, as well as their meanings. The list below will also help you if you have a Croatian name and you’re wondering what it means … Read more

Buzet, Croatia Travel Guide: Truffles, Old Town Walks, and Hidden Gems

truffle hunting in Buzet Croatia

Buzet is a hilltop town in northern Istria, known as the “City of Truffles.” It’s one of the region’s historic medieval towns, first mentioned more than 1,800 years ago. The area was inhabited in prehistoric times, and during Roman rule it was called Pinquentum. After the Byzantine period, Croats and Slovenians settled here. Later, Buzet … Read more