The Croatian National Theatre

Frommer's Review

The building housing the theater was constructed in 1866, but the theater itself wasn't founded until 1907. The theater is a majestic example of Venetian-Moorish architecture, as well as a major cultural institution in Osijek even though it was heavily damaged during Croatia's 1991 war with Serbia. Today it is completely restored to its former glory, though a McDonald's on its street level isn't exactly in keeping with historic fidelity. Many purists resent even the tiny sign advertising the Golden Arches establishment, but in fact McDonald's contributed a significant amount of money to the theater's restoration after the war. Productions are staged at the theater from September to May.

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