Cathedral of Zagreb

About

The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – commonly known as Zagreb Cathedral – is the city's preeminent religious and architectural landmark. Founded in 1094 and completed in 1217 in a transitional Romanesque‑Gothic style, it has been repeatedly rebuilt, most notably after the 1880 earthquake when architect Hermann Bollé oversaw its neo‑Gothic reconstruction that culminated in 1906. The cathedral’s soaring main spire now stands at 108 m, making it one of the highest churches in Europe, and its twin slender towers are still under long‑term restoration following recent seismic damage. Inside, visitors encounter an impressive nave, a magnificent 4‑manual organ, richly decorated chapels, and the tombs of Croatian luminaries such as Blessed Aloysius Stepinac. Beyond its historical and spiritual significance, the cathedral also serves as a cultural venue for Masses, concerts, and exhibitions, drawing pilgrims, historians, and tourists alike.

Highlights

• Neo‑Gothic Towers
• Stained‑Glass Windows
• Historic Organ
• Tomb of Stepinac

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