Ban Jelačić Square

Ban Jelačić Square is the main square in the centre of Zagreb. The pedestrian area is a hangout zone for Croats. Its first name was Harmonica in the 17th century; it received its current name in mid 19th century. The public square was used for public gathering during political events in the past. Now it is lined by variety of cafés, shops, art galleries and restaurants. The Ban Jelačić Square is a central place for sport events and music concerts. The square is named after the sculpture of Count Jelačić which graces the square. The story behind the statue is quite interesting. The statue facing the north was created by Austrian sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn in 1866. It was removed from its place during the World War II as Jelačić was declared a servant of foreigners. The statue was reinstated in 1990 in the same place after the breakup of Yugoslavia when the legacy of Jelačić was considered positive, but this time it was installed facing the south. Hang out at Ban Jelačić Square and feel the Croatian vibes. The different era’s architecture lining the main square is quite intriguing; with Manduševac fountain gracing the eastern corner.