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Lužnica Castle, Zaprešić If we set out by road from the centre <strong>of</strong> Zaprešića, to the left towards the municipality <strong>of</strong> Brdovec, after just 1 km, we will see the single-story Baroque Lužnica Castle on the right hand side. <strong>The</strong> castle was erected in the early 18th century, and was once owned by the Rauch family. <strong>The</strong> castle has three wings, in a U-shape. Its central wing features a prominent risalto, and cylindrical towers at the corners. Above the main entrance is a spacious balcony, overlooking the park. On the facade above the windows are reliefs <strong>of</strong> busts. <strong>The</strong> chapel on the castle grounds has a Rococo altar. <strong>The</strong> castle is a first category monument. <strong>The</strong> castle is open to the public and the spiritual and educational centre <strong>of</strong> the order <strong>of</strong> the Sisters <strong>of</strong> Mercy and St. Vincent de Paul operate within. Info: tel. +385 1 3311487, www.luznica.hr Januševec Castle, Prigorje Brdovečko <strong>The</strong> Januševec Castle, six kilometres west <strong>of</strong> Zaprešić, is the loveliest Classicist style castle in Croatia. It is thought to have been built in about 1830 by General Vrkljan, minister <strong>of</strong> Marie Louise, Archduchess <strong>of</strong> Parma and second wife <strong>of</strong> Napoleon Bonaparte. <strong>The</strong> castle was likely built upon the designs <strong>of</strong> B. Felbinger. Later, in 1845, the castle was purchased by E. Corberon, and later changed owners several times. In May 1945, it was heavily damaged in an explosion, and was later restored in the 1970s. <strong>The</strong> castle has a rectangular layout, positioned in the direction north–south, with prominent porticos on the columns, while there is a loggia on the western side. <strong>The</strong> central, circular ballroom features a dome that is 8 metres in diameter, and 11 metres high. Some <strong>of</strong> the rooms <strong>of</strong> the castle were ornamented with murals featuring the vistas <strong>of</strong> different cities. <strong>The</strong> castle is surrounded by a park, and is considered a monument <strong>of</strong> the highest category. Oršić Castle, Gornja Bistra This castle in Gornja Bistra, in the foothills <strong>of</strong> the northern slopes <strong>of</strong> Mt. Medvednica, is an example <strong>of</strong> an elegant Baroque castle. In terms <strong>of</strong> its size and the quality <strong>of</strong> its architecture, it represents the peak <strong>of</strong> architectural accomplishments in Croatia. It is the best example <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>ane Baroque architecture in the Hrvatsko zagorje region, and is a monument <strong>of</strong> the highest category. At the core <strong>of</strong> the castle is an oval ballroom which, together with the castle chapel that has been preserved in its original state, is a rarity in the castle architecture <strong>of</strong> Croatia. <strong>The</strong> remnants <strong>of</strong> the lovely gardens around the castle, from the late 18th and early 19th century, are still visible today. <strong>The</strong> castle was constructed from 1770 to 1775 for field marshal Krsto II Oršića. In the 19th century, the castle came under the ownership <strong>of</strong> the family <strong>of</strong> French <strong>County</strong> Carion. Today, the castle houses a hospital for chronically ill children. Oršić Castle, Chapel <strong>of</strong> St. Joseph Found within the complex <strong>of</strong> the Oršić Castle. <strong>The</strong> high quality Rococo inventory has been preserved: the main and two side altars <strong>of</strong> a low, tabernacle style, the emporium and organ, and the entrance doors. <strong>The</strong> wall behind the altar is painted with altar architecture and figures. <strong>The</strong> organ positive, with 5 mechanical registers and perforated sliders, has been preserved in the chapel. <strong>The</strong> organ represents a true masterpiece <strong>of</strong> instrument quality and specialized wood engraving on the Rococo casing. <strong>The</strong> organ was built in about 1780 by Antun Scholz. <strong>The</strong> organ is no longer in use. Info: Chapel, tel. +385 1 3390 611 Zaprešić 61