Oktogon — Attraction in City of Zagreb

Oktogon (The Octagon) is the name for the passage through the building of the former First Croatian Savings Bank in the Lower Town of Zagreb. The whole building was built according to the project of the Croatian architect Josip pl. Vancaš, and within it, following the example of the then European cities, the Octagon was built, Zagreb's first covered pedestrian passage with a central glass dome and stained glass.

The passage has two entrances connecting Ilica with the Flower Square or Preradović Square (Cvjetni trg, Trg Petra Preradovića). There are various shops throughout the passage in the middle of which is an octagonal three-storey hall covered with a stained glass dome, after which it is named. A part of a music school also operates inside the building.

The floors of the passage are covered with square tiles in two colors, which are laid in bordured fields, one of which carries a meandric motive.

Somewhat damaged during the 2020 earthquake. Repairs are currently being processed.

You will frequently hear street musicians in the octagonal hall due to...

Very pleasent today because of the staff that dealt with me.....however few days ago was very dissapointi g due to a male member who was very unpleasant/unwelcoming....he should not be dealing with member if the public....he was there today....and yes...still looked miserable...plus, he did not shave so he looked very unkempt .....quite a contrast to a beautiful surroundings of the bank,which must be one of the most beautiful banks I have been in I would give you 5 stars but for this member of the staff....so...

I like the place a lot since it’s historic and charming. The ceiling is very colorful and with a combination of absorbing sunlight, it’s real magic. It’s quite unique to see it in the shape of an octagon. Only thing I don’t like seeing is chewing gum on the floor tiles which distracts the magnificent look of this passage. Also, BTW, the floors should be cleaner and the building that it’s located in, should be renovated from the outside since it looks...