ARTICLES & BOOKS
Research, essays and historical narratives.
STORIES FROM CROATIAN ZAGORJE PAST BY BRANKO ČIČKO
HISTORIAN · LIBRARIAN · STORYTELLER
"History is not only what happened, but also what is remembered."
Branko Čičko
PHOTOGRAPHY & ARCHIVE
Historic photographs of Croatian Zagorje and Croatia.
RADIO BROADCASTS
Stories from Croatian Zagorje past on Radio Stubica.
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HISTORY IS MY PASSION.
Born and raised in Croatian Zagorje, I have devoted my life to exploring the past, preserving memory and sharing stories of our region with new generations.
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SECRETS OF CESARGRAD
Fortress legends and myths that live on through centuries.
RURAL LIFE IN CROATIAN ZAGORJE IN THE 19TH CENTURY
Everyday people, customs and traditions of our region.
CUSTOMS OF SAINT LUCY'S DAY
Traditions, beliefs and symbols of a winter feast day.
RADIO BROADCASTS
A new story from Croatian Zagorje past every week on Radio Stubica.
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BOOKS & ARTICLES
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CESARGRAD
History, fortresses and people
PEASANTS' REVOLT 1573
Causes and consequences
FRANJO TAHY
Lord and soldier
CROATIAN ZAGORJE CUSTOMS
Tradition and beliefs
"Croatian Zagorje is a land where small history meets great history."
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"Let us preserve the past – it is the foundation of our future."
Branko Čičko