Grad Lepoglava / City Of Lepoglava

Lepoglava is a town in Varaždin County, northern Croatia, located southwest of Varaždin, west of Ivanec, and northeast of Krapina.

The city of Lepoglava at all times was considered the cradle of science, art and culture. It was first mentioned in 1399, and a year later the famous monastery of St. Paul was founded by Hermann Celje. In 1582, the first public high school in Croatia was opened on the territory of the monastery. In 1656, the study of philosophy and theology began here, and later, in 1674, the school received the status of a higher educational institution.

By the decree of Joseph II in 1786, the university was disbanded, and the teachers were expelled from the city. The culture and scientific life of the city is gradually fading away. In 1854, the university was converted into a prison.