Kutina

Kutina is a town and municipality in central Croatia, located in the Sisačko-Moslavačka County, in the historic region of Moslavina. The town serves as the administrative center of the Kutina municipality and functions as a local economic and cultural hub for the surrounding rural area.

Evidence of settlement in the area goes back to medieval times, with the name Kutina appearing in historical records from the late medieval period. The modern town developed in the 19th and 20th centuries, as agriculture, milling, and industry grew in the Moslavina region. The town experienced changes under various states and political entities that ruled Croatia in the 20th century, including the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, socialist Yugoslavia, and independent Croatia.

Kutina lies in the inland plains of central Croatia, with a continental climate. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural lands and forested hills in the Moslavina region.

The local economy combines agriculture, small and medium-sized manufacturing, and service sectors. The region has fields for crops and orchards, and industrial zones host light manufacturing and logistics facilities.

The town has cultural institutions, including a library, a cultural center, and amateur artistic associations. Educational institutions include primary and secondary schools, with higher education available in nearby universities in larger cities.

Kutina is connected by regional roads and rail to Zagreb, Sisak, and other centers. It also serves as a local hub for commerce and public services.