Tour description

Dubrovnik is located in the south of Croatia on the Adriatic coast. It was founded in the 7th century and gets its name from the oak forests that grow in this region. Initially, the city was under the rule of Byzantium. Its location on the seashore contributed to the rapid development of the merchant fleet and by the 15th century it had become an independent republic. Later Dubrovnik belonged to Turkey, Austria and Yugoslavia. The image of the medieval city of Dubrovnik has been preserved to this day. Due to its cultural and historical values, it was recognized by UNESCO as the World Heritage of Humanity. Old Dubrovnik is surrounded by powerful 25-meter fortress walls, along the entire perimeter of which there are numerous towers (3 round and 12 square). The main street is Stradun. It separates the small "peninsula" on which Old Dubrovnik is located from the "main" part of the city. This is the only wide street lined with three-storey houses with tiled roofs. It rests on a small square with the "Pillar of Orland". Previously, this place was the center of the city, where decrees were announced and criminals were executed. Nearby is the church of St. Vlaha, who is considered the patron saint of Dubrovnik. The Cathedral, Franciscan and Dominican monasteries are worth visiting. The Franciscan monastery was built in the 14th century. Ancient manuscripts have been preserved here and there is also a pharmaceutical museum that will tell you about the main medicinal herbs that were used in the Middle Ages by local monks. The fountains of the Italian architect Onofrio de La Cavi are very beautiful. Among the museums are the Maritime Museum and the Ethnographic Museum. Despite its age, Dubrovnik is a modern European city. Burbon Street is full of bars and discos. In Dubrovnik, the International Summer Festival is held annually from July to September, and the local colorful Carnival starts in February. But first of all, Dubrovnik is a resort. The season here starts in June and lasts until October. There are many beaches within the city. Almost every hotel has its own beach, but there are also municipal beaches. BANJE and St. JAKOV - pebble beaches. There are cafes and restaurants here, sun loungers and umbrellas are issued to protect from the sun. LAPAD beach is sandy, equipped with showers and changing cabins.