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Dubrovnik
Attractions - Things to do
1. Franciscan Monastery
Placa 2
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What is it? The 14th-century Franciscan church and
monastery enclosed in the walls of medieval Dubrovnik boasts a
world-renowned collection of ancient manuscripts, open for viewing
to the public in a beautiful reading room. The research library has
been utilised by many famous writers and historians, including
Croatian literary scholars. The original library of the monastery
was destroyed by fire after an earthquake in 1667, and the present
collection was put together in the early 19th century by a
Franciscan friar, Inocentije Culic, who energetically worked to
save the manuscripts of several monasteries that were closed down
during the French occupation of the city. The friar donated
hundreds of manuscripts and valuable printed works to the library,
leaving the city of Dubrovnik a treasure-house of learning and
literature. Also at the Franciscan Monastery is a fascinating
pharmacy museum, which preserves the relics of the medieval
pharmacy that was run in the monastery as far back as
1317.
Hours of Operation: 9am to 6pm daily
Phone:(20) 321 410 |
2. City Walls
Gunduličeva poljana 2
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What is it? The impressive walls enclosing the ancient
city of Dubrovnik were laid out in the 13th century and became an
ongoing work for almost two centuries. Today they stand proudly
with five bastions, three round towers and 12 square towers, and
provide a popular diversion for visitors wishing to explore their
6,365ft (1,940m) length.
Hours of Operation: 9am to 6.30pm
Phone:425 942 |
3. Marin Drzic's House
?iroka ulica 7
www.mdc.hr/dubrovnik/ |
What is it? Croatia's literary genius, Marin Drzic, has
been immortalised by turning his Dubrovnik home into a museum which
introduces visitors to the writer with a 40-minute presentation on
his life and work. The presentation is also a good introduction for
visitors to the history and culture of Dubrovnik
itself.
Hours of Operation: 9am to 2pm, closed Sundays. The presentation is shown
to groups of 15 at a time
Phone:420 490 |
4. Cathedral Treasury
Kneza Damjana Jude 1
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What is it? Dubrovnik has had three cathedrals on the
same site during its long history. The first was a Byzantine
building dating from the 7th century; the second a Romanesque
Cathedral which was destroyed by the great earthquake of the 17th
century; and the present beautiful Baroque structure which was
designed by Italian architect Buffalini from Urbino and was
completed in 1713. The treasury of the cathedral is rich in
religious relics, icons, paintings and other items of value. It is
also possible to view the archaeological excavations that continue
on the cathedral site.
Hours of Operation: Weekdays 8am to 8pm; Sundays 11am to
5.30pm
Phone:323 459 |
5. Dubrovnik Riviera
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What is it? In close proximity to the city of Dubrovnik
are numerous picturesque villages and resorts to visit and explore.
About 11 miles (18km) away on the road to Split is the quiet bay of
Zaton, with its sandy beaches and pine forest. The town has
numerous restaurants, a relic of the days when it was the chosen
retreat for the aristocrats of the Dubrovnik Republic. The village
of Tristeno features the 'Arboretum', a Gothic-Renaissance park on
the coast, which is currently undergoing restoration. In the centre
of this village visitors are awed by two gigantic sycamore trees,
reputedly 500 years old, standing 197ft (60m) high. Even closer to
the city the towns of Kupari, Srebreno, Mlini, Soline and Plat lie
along a chain of hills descending to the rim of Zupa Bay, known as
one of the most beautiful resorts on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with
modern hotels offering a variety of
watersports.
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6. War Photo Limited
Antuninska 6
www.warphotoltd.com |
What is it? Located in the historical centre of
Dubrovnik, the exhibition space features temporary, changing
exhibitions of photographic works relating to war and conflict. The
photographs aim to showcase war as it really is, the horror and
brutality that is experienced by innocents and combatants alike.
War Photo Limited exhibitions are intended to be educational and
showcase the work of world-renowned
photojournalists.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 10am to
2pm
Phone:20 322 166 |
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