Varazdin is first mentioned in 1181. The present town developed near the fortress (Stari Grad). It was chartered as the free royal town by King Andrew II in 1209. The privileges were confirmed by Bela IV in 1220. The fortress passed into the hands of the counts Celjski at the end of the 14th century.
What makes Varazdin apart from other cities is its extraordinary monuments and artistic heritage of the most preserved and richest urban complex. With the Old Town complex in a relatively small space remained preserved palaces, important public buildings, valuable houses and villas in the style of Baroque, Rococo, Classicism, Art Nouveau, and one of the oldest European city hall.
The richness of religious heritage will tell you another story of Varazdin as a bell tower, but also the people who have built for centuries, and the angels on the altars, walls and pictures of your kindness will thank every respect.