DESTINATION INFODubrovnik is situated on Croatia's far south. It is the cultural, educational and economic center of Dubrovnik-Neretva County. Today's territory of the County mostly matches the territory of the former Dubrovnik Republic, which used to be very important factor in politics and economy of Europe in medieval times.
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Dubrovnik City WallsThe most recognizable feature which defines the historic city of Dubrovnik and gives it its characteristic appearance are its well preserved walls that stretch 1940 meters all around town. This magnificent structure that is one of the strongest fortification systems in this part of the World, consist of several forts and towers. It took several centuries to build this fortification system, but today the walls are fully functional thanks to the care of local governments and people who maintain the walls all year round.
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Lokrum IslandLokrum is an island in the Adriatic Sea 600 metres (1,969 feet) from the city of Dubrovnik. It stretches from northwest to southeast and receives regular ferry service from the city.
Austrian archduke (and short-lived Emperor of Mexico) Maximilian once had a holiday home on the island. A monastery and a botanical garden survive from his era. On the island's highest point at 96 metres (315 feet) above sea level stands Fort Royal Castle, which was built by the French during Napoleon's occupation of Croatia, though it was later named "Maximilian's Tower" by the Austrians. |
Dubrovnik CathedralThe Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was almost completely destroyed during the earthquake in 1667.
The Cathedral treasury (Riznica Katedrale) shows clearly the numerous connections Dubrovnik had with the main seaports in the Mediterranean Sea. The treasury holds 182 reliquaries holding relics from the 11th to 18th centuries; from local masters, Byzantium, Venice and the Orient. Its most important object is the gold-plated arm, leg and skull of Saint Blaise (patron saint of Dubrovnik). The head is in the shape of a crown of Byzantine emperors, adorned with precious stones and enameled medals. The treasury holds also a relic of the True Cross. |
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