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The Great Zagreb Earthquake
- When
- 9 November 1880
- Where
- Zagreb
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Zagreb on 9 November 1880, damaging many buildings including the cathedral.
The earthquake occurred at 07:33 AM CET with an epicenter in Medvednica. It destroyed or damaged many buildings, resulting in one death. The event spurred a renovation program in the city's historic center, leading to significant structural repairs.
Sources
- 1880 Zagreb earthquake Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-31
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