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What to see?

The walls
Dubrovnik city walls represent a bond between the present and the past and serve as one of the best protection systems in Europe. Together with five defensive towers they are 1940 meter in length, and is a must-see. Walk on the walls that surround the Old town, enjoy the view over roof tops, sea and Lokrum and you will soon feel like a time traveler. Various events and concerts are held in the towers even today, and Minčeta tower is often a place for weddings.
Sponza palace
The state archive is kept in Sponza palace, together with documents from the 12th c. There you can see how Dubrovnik developed its political, trading and economic relations with the rest of Europe since it was an independent republic.
Lovrijenac
This monumental and impressive fortress outside the city wall from where the main entrance to the city was guarded was witness to the origin of the city and of the heroic feats of its guards and defenders. Today it is quite picturesque during the Dubrovnik Summer Games, and “Hamlet” is one of the traditional performances held every season.
Orlando's column
Near Vrata od Ploča there is a column with a figure of Orlando, a hero from the Middle Ages, who is a supposed nephew of Carl the Great. Orlando's column was raised in Dubrovnik in the 15th century as a symbol of freedom and state independence. Even today during the Dubrovnik summer games, flag with an inscription Libertas (freedom) is placed on this column. Today, Orlando's column is a place of gathering of Dubrovnik residents. It is usual to set a date near the column and go further from there. You can do this as well!
The Arboretum in Trsteno
The Arboretum in Trsteno is a collection of centennial herbs brought by the seamen of Dubrovnik from all around the world.
The Island Lokrum
The island Lokrum, close to Dubrovnik, is the favorite excursion center of the inhabitants of Dubrovnik because of its botanical garden. There is a boat connection from the Old town's port.
Town Korcula
Town Korčula - a miniature of Dubrovnik, a wonderful small town on the island Korčula. You can reach it by ferry from Orebić on the peninsula Pelješac.
Nacional park Mljet
Nacional park Mljet on the island Mljet - is one of the 7 National parks in Croatia. In the oasis of peace and quietness enjoy the beauty of the lakes Veliko and Malo jezero.
Ston
Visit Ston and the Ston town walls and enjoy the oysters that were cultivated in the Malostonski Gulf.
Konavle
Go to Konavle, visit the Konavoski Dvori, and feel the real domestic atmosphere and delicious food.
Cavtat
Spend at least one day walking through Cavtat.
Elafiti islands
Make a trip to Elafiti, the archipelago near Dubrovnik.

Gastronomy

First thing that comes to mind when we mention the food of Dubrovnik is a typical sweet dish from this area, called rozata. Rozata is a thick cream made of eggs, flour and milk, served cold and covered with caramel syrup.
But Dubrovnik offers you a lot of good and tasty food prepared according to old recipes. Dubrovnik's tables offer a lot of fish in olive oil guaranteeing good health. There are also vegetables, which are usually prepared simply, just cooked in salt water and dressed again with olive oil.
One of the sweet specialties is also sugared lemon and orange peel which go especially well with some liquors.

Nightlife

There are discotheques where you can dance till dawn and often there are parties organized in the open, and need we explain any more? Warm summer nights, good music, cheerful atmosphere, a glass of good wine.. and that's it!
Gain your lost strength on Stradun with the first morning coffee you can drink while cozily stretched in deep sofas of some of the lounge bars.
If you come to Dubrovnik in winter, especially around Christmas and New Year, find out how these holidays are celebrated in Dubrovnik. We are only going to tell you that they are celebrated with a lot of song and congratulations that echoes around the whole town and all are welcomed to this noble festivity.
Dubrovnik has its famous Dubrovnik Summer Games, a theater festival that attracts culture lovers every year. You are also welcome to visit numerous exhibitions in small galleries, churches, palaces, and classical music concerts which are held almost every night.