Osijek, Croatia

*Osijek is an important university city in Eastern Croatia and is one of the country's largest cities, after Zagreb,
Split and Rijeka. It is a major rail hub and also has its own busy airport, making it popular with tourism. Osijek is noted for its scenic setting on the Drava River, for its large squares and for its gateway status to the towns of Slavonia.

Such is its easterly positioning, Osijek attained war damage in the 1990s, with shrapnel marks remaining on many buildings. Noteworthy landmarks have since been restored, however, and there are numerous impressive sights, although the previous charm of the city has yet to properly recover.

A trendy water promenade, a historic fortress from the 18th century, large plazas and busy shopping streets (such as the Kapucinska) all clearly demonstrate its resilience to adversity and improving tourism appeal. Of note, the Osijek tourist information office is located on the Zupanijska in the city centre, next to the tramline and just across from the Trg Lava Mirskog square.