Stone Gate, City gate in Upper Town, Zagreb, Croatia
The Stone Gate is a city entrance to Upper Town with a rectangular tower and thick stone walls forming a central passage connecting different districts. Inside, a small shrine occupies the space, serving as part of the preserved medieval structure.
The gate was built between 1242 and 1266 following Zagreb's declaration as a free royal city. It remains the last surviving section of the city's original medieval fortifications.
The shrine inside contains a painting of the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child that survived the city fire of 1731. Today, it serves as a place where people pause to pray and reflect, drawing both the faithful and curious visitors.
The gate is accessible via Kamenita Street, which leads directly to the main square of the Upper Town district. Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and have a quieter experience inside.
The shrine walls are covered with numerous marble plates inscribed with messages of gratitude from people whose prayers were answered here. This collection of personal messages tells the story of generations who found hope at this spot.
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