"Dubrovnik- My 1st View into Croatia" Dubrovnik by Venturingnow

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The Ontario Well and the rest of the Old Town.

Dubrovnik- Croatia's historic gem

Dubrovnik was my first stop in Croatia and this place determined the length of time I'd spend in the country. At first (on the ferry ride here from Italy), I was going to spend a few days in Dubrovnik and Split before heading out of the country via Zagreb into Slovenia. After my ferry had docked, I was immediately impressed by this land, a place that I'd never heard of until I'd arrived in Italy.

Historically Significant

The Lonely Planet Croatia guidebook

Once inside a local residence, the family with whom I'd be staying while in Dubrovnik, I became fascinated by the recent history of Croatia and its people. I immediately headed to the bookstore, bought a Croatian Lonely Planet travel book and spent almost three weeks in the country, reading every single page of the book, learning about the history of this magnificent place. The family I stayed with in Dubrovnik was the best view I'd get of the country, they shared stories of their neighborhood being shelled and set on fire during the war of independence during the early 90s. The son of the family, somewhere in his 20's, told me of the days he sat on his roof, watching the rockets and artilary hit the distant hills and parts of the old town. Dubrovnik should be on every traveler's itinerary even though it is one of the southernmost cities in the country.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Really nice architecture, interesting city walls, friendly people, relaxed atmosphere
Cons:Long walk to the beach (in Lapad and Babun Kuk), not too many sights inside the city walls.
In a nutshell:Dubrovnik- Old remnants, architecture combined with good beaches and pizza

Last visit to Dubrovnik: Jun 2002
Intro Updated Mar 4, 2003
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Reviews (23)

A good guidebook is priceless - Dubrovnik

A good guidebook is priceless What to Pack (2)

The 2nd edition Lonely Planet Croatia guidebook is priceless if you are traveling in Croatia for more than a few days.... more travel advice

The path to/from Lapad and Babun Kuk - Dubrovnik

Sunscreen or burn What to Pack (2)

You better have your sunscreen because you're gonna get toasted in Dubrovnik. It doesn't matter if you don't go to the... more travel advice

The road in Lapad that led to my residence - Dubrovnik

Heading into Lapad Off The Beaten Path (1)

One of the most interesting parts of my trip to Dubrovnik was staying in the community of Lapad. This isn't a tourist... more travel advice

A sign to the Plaza, or beach. - Dubrovnik

Visiting Coppacabbana Beach Things to Do (17)

After tearing my body up trying to lye on rocks in order to get a tan, I found Coppacabbana beach, all the way in Babun... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
Don't miss the fesh seafood and the...
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LisaMJ Oct 1, 2004 at 2:14 AM

Really informative page! Good interesting photos - I'm thinking of going next year but what sort of prices should I expect to pay for half decent food and drink in restaurants?
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Chico&ElNido Jun 13, 2004 at 3:10 AM

Nice attractive photos! Amazing! Will make sure to incude the country for the next holiday plan.
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RamSter Feb 2, 2004 at 5:43 AM

You captured Dubrovnik exactly as i did, you travelled in my footsteps! lol. Excellent photos and info, whadda great place. Miss it!!
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Tinci Nov 26, 2003 at 8:40 AM

Shame U didn`t stop by in Slovenia ;)
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Pounder73 Apr 1, 2003 at 9:58 AM

i know i will be back to check out Dub. i flipped a coin between Split and Dub... Split won. next time! more great photos and words.
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wonderworlds Mar 13, 2003 at 8:44 AM

Wonderful, great looking city
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nomorewars Feb 18, 2003 at 6:56 PM

Thank you for this outstanding page on a city that has been through so much.
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Aang Feb 7, 2003 at 2:45 PM

Inspiring!
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MalenaN Jan 18, 2003 at 12:45 AM

Excelent info and photos! Croatia is on my travell-wish list and I will absolutly go there one day. Looks like a beautiful place.
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thelittlevoice Nov 25, 2002 at 6:27 PM

great page! keep it up.