Cibona Tower

Welcome to the Cibona Tower, one of Zagreb's most recognizable architectural landmarks. This 92-meter-tall skyscraper, often referred to as the 'Cylinder of Glass,' stands as a monument to a specific era in Croatian history—the…

We begin our detailed look at the base of the tower, in the square named after the legendary basketball player Drazen Petrovic. To understand the Cibona Tower, one must understand the man often called the 'Mozart of Basketball.'…

Let us examine the geometry of the Cibona Tower more closely. Architect Marijan Hržić made a deliberate choice to use a cylinder rather than a traditional prism. …

The skin of the Cibona Tower is its most defining feature. This glass facade was a statement of technological prowess at the time of the 1987 Universiade. …

While our focus is the tower, we must consider its role within the larger Cibona Sports Center. This complex was a key component of the 1987 Universiade infrastructure. …

As we walk toward the western side of the tower, we encounter one of the most interesting aspects of its location: the elevated railway tracks. This piece of infrastructure is a constant presence in the life of the Cibona Tower. …

As we complete our circle around the tower, let us reflect on its broader historical significance. The Cibona Tower is perhaps the ultimate symbol of the 'Zagreb of the Eighties.' This decade was a golden age for the city,…

Our journey around the Cibona Tower has brought us from the hallowed ground of Drazen Petrovic Square to the technical marvels of its 25-floor glass facade. We have seen how this 92-meter cylinder is not just a structure of…