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Prior to my arrival to Dubrovnik I hadn't even heard of this Adriatic jewel (Americans haven't got a clue). However, I was pleasantly surprised once I entered it's famous Pile Gate (main entrance) and walked along the city walls. Just visualize this (or look at the above picture), I was atop a 1,000 year old medieval town; it felt like a step back into time. And what stood before me was this gorgeous sea of orange'ish tiled roofs, lush greenery, and azure waters. Truly a breathtaking site. I was immediately gripped with an overwhelming sensation of awe and wonder. It was a serendipitous visit that I was fortunate to have experienced. Truly unforgettable.
The following, taken from http://www.hinet.hr/port-of-dubrovnik/dubrovnik/city/history.htm
After proclaiming the independence of the Republic of Croatia and the Serbian agression at Croatia, Dubrovnik was attacked in October 1991 by severe power of Serbs and Montenegrins who intended to burn and destroy the whole territory completely. Dubrovnik region was occupied and devastated and the City itself was in the total enemy's encirclement for eight months, bombed many times and brutally destroyed particularly on the 6th of December 1991.
Today the cultural and historic heritage of Dubrovnik which was barbarously damaged in the war, has been mostly restored. Reconstructed hotels, valuable facilities of Dubrovnik Summer Festival as well as the other cultural events are essential elements for the development of modern tourism.
Quick Facts on Croatia:
Visas: Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, the UK, the USA and most continental European countries can enter Croatia for stays of up to 90 days without a visa.
Health risks: None
Time: GMT/UTC plus 1 hour
Electricity: 220V, 50Hz
Weights & measures: Metric
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Shalom dear Miss P. How r u? I'm planning a backpacker travel to former Yugoslavia countries. Any creative tips? Your page is nice & helpful. Thanx! Avi
Fantastic photos, fantastic experience! Your tips are persusive, Croatia is now on my list.
I am off to Flordia for my job for one week. Staying at the Hard Rock Hotel all at company $$$ oh life is tough.
Great job here about my hometown, just one correction about pic "casualties of War",this you captured are th ruins from 1667 and great earthquake, not from the attack on Dubrovnik!But you couldnt know that, thank you for all nice pics and tips!
Hi Dear . Happy Birthday. Have a great day. New year & chrismas wishes from Pakistan.
I have been to Dubrovnik recently, and can tell that you must have explored nearly all of the Old Town!
Indeed great photography! My favorite is the one but last with Jesus and a broom - interesting composition, isn't it? :-))
Your superb photos (as usual) show the real beauty of Dubrovnik.
I was almost in a position to get to Dubrovnik one time, after seeing your pictures I regret not getting there!!
Great page Fatimah ,now here is finally a place where Hansi has not been but Lori has ,Lori visited this City many many years ago on a Highschool trip. Beatiful pictures and good tips for the people who plan on a visit there