
OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY,
Marin Držić – a Rebel with a Cause
Marin Držić remains the most famous playwright from Dubrovnik. His works, which reveal an insight into life in the former Republic of Dubrovnik, are held in high esteem.
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TRADITION, OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY
Only a handful of towns, states, or republics can claim to have centuries-old statutes, and Dubrovnik has one that is 750 years old! This year, Dubrovnik has the exceptional honour of commemorating the year of The Statute of Dubrovnik, founded in 1272 as one of the world's oldest.
TRADITION, FAMILY, OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, ADVENT
Even if you loved your visit during the famous summer months, Dubrovnik has a special glow in December that will steal your heart. The city is dressed for the holidays with seasonal decorations and hundreds of glittering lights, and impressive Christmas trees adorn the city's iconic locations.
DUBROVNIK, CULTURE, FAMILY, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY
Once you step inside Dubrovnik Old City you will feel as if you've walked into a movie set, behind the authentic scenes from another (long gone) world. And you will not be mistaken. The city is a museum itself, ornamented with historical churches, houses, and palaces carved in white stone, witnessing the clash between ancient and everyday life.
TRADITION, OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY
As Shakespeare famously wrote, “all the world’s a stage and all the men and women are merely players.” If one single event throughout the year is synonymous with the city then the Dubrovnik Summer Festival absolutely tops the list.
FOOD & DRINK, OUTSIDE DUBROVNIK, LOCAL, EVENTS & CULTURE, SPRING & AUTUMN
Just a short drive north of the Sun Gardens Dubrovnik resort is the Croatian capital of oysters – Mali Ston. A truly fascinating little destination, made all the more memorable by the delicious oyster menus, for which Mali Ston is rightly famous.
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Dubrovnik is a wonderful city to visit any time of the year, but February has a special magic and offers a surprisingly rich programme for visitors. For this is the month where Dubrovnik’s revered patron saint, St. Blaise, is celebrated, with locals and extended family taking part in a centuries-old tradition.
OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY,
Marin Držić remains the most famous playwright from Dubrovnik. His works, which reveal an insight into life in the former Republic of Dubrovnik, are held in high esteem.
TRADITION, OLD TOWN, EVENTS & CULTURE, HISTORY,
St. Blaise has a very special place in the hearts of the citizens of Dubrovnik. The patron saint of this historic city is celebrated as a saviour and protector, flags are carried aloft, banners proudly unfurled and processions attended.
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There are few things as synonymous with the Dubrovnik region as the folklore dance Linđo. A celebration in Dubrovnik simply isn’t a true celebration without the sounds and sights of the Linđo dancers twisting and twirling.