Manduševac in Zagreb is a historic fountain and historical source located in one of the most important points of the city, on the square of ban Josip Jelačić. It is presented in the coat of arms of Zagreb.
The source has existed here since ancient times, it provided drinking water to the city's inhabitants until the end of the 19th century.
According to local legend, it was thanks to him that Zagreb gained its name. The leader of one of the Slavic tribes led his army this way, the wars were tired and thirsty. The chief asked a woman named Manda to pass by for water, using the words: "Zagrebi, Mandušo!" ("Take it, Mando!)."
A woman dug a pit in the ground, from which water gushed out, which decided to establish a settlement in this place. To this day, the source is considered unusual, residents and tourists throw coins into the fountain for good luck.
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