Croatia is a relatively young footballing nation, affiliating to FIFA and UEFA in 1992 and 1993 following the break up of the former Yugoslavia. This being the second time we've been to Zagreb we're now familiar with the place so read on for more on what to see, drink, eat, and avoid.

Zagreb is home to the Maksimir Stadium (where England played Croatia in 2006 and 2008). The stadium is also home to NK Dinamo Zagreb - so there's always a chance British teams could visit in Europe too - while NK Zagreb, who also ply their trade in the Croatian top division, play at Stadium Kranjčevićeva.

Beds and money

The currency in Croatia is the Kuna (HRK). The exchange rate is around 9HRK for every £1.  There’s no shortage of ATMs for withdrawing cash – we can remember three or four in the main square alone; there are also reputable money-changing facilities at the station, the bus station, the airport and the main post office.

If you’ve arrived in Zagreb without accommodation booked and still need somewhere to kip, go to the Tourist Information office on the corner of the main square. They operate a central booking service for all the main hotels and will know exactly where there are vacancies, and are open from 8.30am to 8.00pm on weekdays.

Respect the statue

You may also notice the horse shaped statue above this text. This statue is treat with much respect in Zagreb - being the image of a national hero, which we won't go into. Suffice to say the locals and police will not take kindly to people climbing, larking about, or throwing things at it. So best you don't, not even in jest.