Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik began as a Roman settlement. From the Middle Ages on it was a prize sought by Venice, Hungary, Turkey, and others who recognized the city’s value as a maritime port. In the 14th century, by the force of skilled diplomacy, Dubrovnik became a city-state which flourished for four centuries under the name of Republic of Ragusa. Today, inside protective walls the pedestrian-only Old Town is bustling with an international crowd. Here you will find almost all the area’s sights worth seeing—historic churches and public buildings; designer shops and fancy restaurants; ancient sculptures and modern galleries; fountains and bell towers; monasteries and gardens; and the ancient city wall itself.

Outside the Old Town walls, Dubrovnik’s suburban districts are packed with hotels, restaurants, parks, and camp-grounds, all focused on the hordes of tourists clamoring to bask in the city’s Mediterranean magic. Even the authors of the American TV series “Game of Thrones” recognized the beauty of Dubrovnik and filmed the 2nd and 3rd seasons in the city.