Pleso, International airport area in Velika Gorica, Croatia
Pleso is the international airport serving Zagreb and located in Velika Gorica, functioning as Croatia's primary hub for domestic and international air travel. The terminal features multiple check-in areas, baggage claim zones, and various shops and services for passengers passing through.
Aviation services in the region started in 1928 at a different location, with the facility relocating several times before establishing itself at the current site in 1962. These moves reflected the airport's expansion and Croatia's growing need for modern air transportation infrastructure.
The naming of the facility after President Franjo Tuđman in 1998 reflects the connection to Croatian political independence and national identity.
Bus services run directly from downtown Zagreb to the terminal, with the journey taking around 40 minutes on a straightforward route. Taxis and car rentals are also available outside the terminal for those needing flexibility or direct access to destinations.
During the 1990s conflict, it served as a distribution point for humanitarian aid reaching the entire region. This pivotal role during a critical period added a layer of national significance to its operational history.
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