Croatia's capital is Zagreb, a city of approximately 800, 000 people located in the northwest of the country. It is the largest city in Croatia and the cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative center of the nation. Zagreb has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to Roman times. It was declared the capital of Croatia in 1991 following the dissolution of Yugoslavia. Today, Zagreb is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage, offering a wide range of attractions for visitors.