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The particularity and uniqueness of Dubrovnik is its permanent live connection to its rich past and its cultural heritage, while it keeps vibrantly in pace with contemporary life, echoing its spiritual identity and its presence in the European cultural environment.
The most recognizable feature which defines the History of Dubrovnik and gives it its characteristic are its intact city walls which run uninterrupted for 1940 meters encircling the city. This complex structure, one of the most beautiful and strongest fort systems in the Europe is the main attraction to the city's visitors.
Five fortresses, St. Lawrence and Revelin together with another three incorporated in the city walls, Minčeta Tower, Fort Bokar and St. John's Fortress give to its visitors unforgettable view of the city. Weddings are held in the small St. Lawrence's chapel or on Minčeta Tower. Performances and concerts are organized on Fort Revelin and St. John's fortress during the Summer Festival.
The State Archives in the Sponza palace, which contains the documents from 12th century on attracts those who would like to know more about the political and economical relation between Dubrovnik Republic and other European countries in the past. Franciscan monastery with the museum that contains the Old Pharmacy's inventory dates back to 1317 and it is a curiosity to its visitors. Dominican monastery with the collection of Dubrovnik School of Art 15th and 16th century, Treasure of the Cathedral with the reliquary and Rector's Palace are an attractions also.
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City Guide is designed to walk you through the Old Town, starting from Pile (western entrance) and performing a stroll around the City making stops at each interesting point. Depending how detailed is your search going to be, this walking tour can take you from 1 to 5 hours. Recommended posts are definitely Franciscan Church and Museum , Dominican Church and Museum, Sponza Palace, Duke s Palace, Cathedral with Pinacoteca, Maritime Museum, Museum Rupe and all other small corners and narrow streets you will find very interesting and full of life.
Dubrovnik maps part will give you extensive overview on Dubrovnik highlights, accommodation facilities, beaches, bars and restaurants, parking and other useful things. Click desired property on the Map and proceed with inquiry or booking. Combine Maps, Booking and City Guide to get an overview of Dubrovnik s best offers and points of interest. Use Maps area to check location details of each accommodation unit and to see some of POI s and all other interesting things we find useful for Dubrovnik s visitors.
In the meantime take a quick guided tour of Dubrovnik's summer night
The Day of St. Blaise (Blasius), Dubrovniks patron saint - the old man seen carrying the city on the palm of his hand, and whose statues mark the city walls and entrances, has been a special day in Dubrovnik since as far back as the year 972, when it was first celebrated. The celebrations are typically unique to Dubrovnik. It commences on February 02nd, Virgin Mary Candlemas, with the releasing of white pigeons in front of the saints church, the symbol of freedom and peace, and with the raising of St. Blaise (Blasius)s flag on Orlandos Column. On February 03rd, the reliquaries of St. Blaise (Blasius), and a palanquin carrying the greatest of all the reliquaries in the Dubrovnik Cathedral the Shroud of Jesus, are displayed in a procession of banners throughout the city streets and along Stradun, amongst a multitude of believers and ecclesiastical patriarchs, which converge on the city from the entire Dubrovnik region. In front of the Church of St. Blaise (Blasius), the banners are swirled and lowered in a special manner as tribute to the saint that has stood watch over Dubrovnik for centuries. This is an occasion for showing off special techniques, but also for viewing the exquisite and lavish national costumes that are captivating in their originality and beauty. Priests spend the entire day blessing and "embracing" the procession of believers with two intertwined candles around the throat, which is believed to prevent throat illnesses. At dusk on this holy day, the stained glass window sparkle with a special light and the laurel leaves decorating the patron saints church shine. They bid farewell to the faithful in Dubrovnik and their guests until next year, accompanied by the blessings of St. Blaise (Blasius).
