Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik General information
Dubrovnik - the city of a unique political and cultural history
(the Dubrovnik Republic, the Statute from 1272), of
world-famous cultural heritage and beauty (inscribed on the
List of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO) - is one of the most
attractive and famous cities of the Mediterranean. Apart from
its outstanding natural beauties, well-preserved cultural and
historical heritage, it is equally attractive in all seasons.
Currency
Croatia uses the Kuna. At the time of writing,
1 US $ = about 5.4 Kuna
1 Euro = 7.4 Kuna
1 British Pound = 10.7 Kuna
Sightseeing
The sightseeing of Dubrovnik and its monuments requires
several days. However, already a walk through Stradun,
through narrow streets and small squares, monumental
ramparts and fortresses, provides enough opportunities to
experience the millennial beauty of its shell-shaped urban
core, centuries of building, stone-cutting, carving and
engraving, the history of the Duke's Palace, libraries, the
oldest pharmacy in the south of Europe, etc. Dubrovnik offers
individual choice among numerous museums and galleries,
which contain the jewels of Croatian heritage. Dubrovnik has
a number of churches and monasteries scattered all over
the town. Its coastal belt is adorned with several marinas,
piers and promenades. Because of a magnificent view on the
mediaeval Dubrovnik, a walk along the town ramparts is a
must for each visitor (2km or 1 1/4 miles).
The Dubrovnik Museum in the Duke's Palace keeps 15,500
exhibits in its cultural and historical department. A collection
of furniture from the 17th-19th century, uniforms of dukes
and councillors, aristocratic garments and many other items
are exhibited in the authentic halls of the palace. The
Maritime Museum (situated in the fortress Sveti Ivan) has a
number exhibits on a permanent display, related to the
maritime affairs of Dubrovnik and Croatia on the whole, with a
particular emphasis on the history of the Dubrovnik Republic.
The museum of the Franciscan monastery keeps all
inventories of the old pharmacy, as well as the works of
Dubrovnik jewellers, painters and embroiders. The museum of
the Dominican monastery exhibits valuable examples of
Dubrovnik painting from the 15th and the 16th centuries, as
well as sculptures, jewellery, manuscripts, incunabula and
notes (music). The treasury of the Dubrovnik cathedral
keeps the relics of St. Blaise, patron of Dubrovnik, and
numerous paintings and works of art. The Rupe
Ethnographical Museum presents traditional occupations
and the rural architecture of the region of Dubrovnik, national
costumes and hand-made textiles. Very attractive is also the
Aquarium of the Institute of Biology, situated in the fortress
Sveti Ivan, comprising interesting marine species.
Art
Apart from the many historic works in the many city
museums, churches, and monasteries, the artistic life of
Dubrovnik is characterized by numerous exhibitions taking
place throughout the year. Galleries: the Art Gallery (Put
Frana Supila 23), exhibition space Luza Art Centre (Stradun),
Sebastian
Time Zone
Dubrovnik is on Central European Time (GMT plus 1 hr.).
Daylight saving time starts at the end of March and ends on
the last day of September.
Transportation
Apart from a taxi or shuttle to and from the Airport, the
location of the apartment and proximity to the beach and the
City of Dubrovnik is such that a car is not required.
If you want to sightsee further afield, Avis has a rental desk
at Dubrovnik Airport that we use. Ask for Vidan. Tel:
Dubrovnik +385 91 314 3019
Dubrovnik Airport is 18km (11 miles) from the city center.
Croatia Airlines operates daily flights to and from Zagreb and
select European cities. Also operating to/from Dubrovnik:
British Airways, Lufthansa (operated by Croatian Airlines),
Austrian Airlines, Air Lingus. Croatia Airlines operates a
shuttle bus to and from Dubrovnik Airport at Cilipi 24km (15
miles) south of the city. Buses are coordinated with incoming
flights and meet all Croatia Airlines' flights.
Weather
The destination of Dubrovnik offers a Mediterranean climate
bringing mild, wet winters, as well as a hot, dry summer
season. The area offers a chance to enjoy an average of more
than 2,500 hours of sun.
Dubrovnik General information
Dubrovnik - the city of a unique political and cultural history
(the Dubrovnik Republic, the Statute from 1272), of
world-famous cultural heritage and beauty (inscribed on the
List of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO) - is one of the most
attractive and famous cities of the Mediterranean. Apart from
its outstanding natural beauties, well-preserved cultural and
historical heritage, it is equally attractive in all seasons.
Currency
Croatia uses the Kuna. At the time of writing,
1 US $ = about 5.4 Kuna
1 Euro = 7.4 Kuna
1 British Pound = 10.7 Kuna
Sightseeing
The sightseeing of Dubrovnik and its monuments requires
several days. However, already a walk through Stradun,
through narrow streets and small squares, monumental
ramparts and fortresses, provides enough opportunities to
experience the millennial beauty of its shell-shaped urban
core, centuries of building, stone-cutting, carving and
engraving, the history of the Duke's Palace, libraries, the
oldest pharmacy in the south of Europe, etc. Dubrovnik offers
individual choice among numerous museums and galleries,
which contain the jewels of Croatian heritage. Dubrovnik has
a number of churches and monasteries scattered all over
the town. Its coastal belt is adorned with several marinas,
piers and promenades. Because of a magnificent view on the
mediaeval Dubrovnik, a walk along the town ramparts is a
must for each visitor (2km or 1 1/4 miles).
The Dubrovnik Museum in the Duke's Palace keeps 15,500
exhibits in its cultural and historical department. A collection
of furniture from the 17th-19th century, uniforms of dukes
and councillors, aristocratic garments and many other items
are exhibited in the authentic halls of the palace. The
Maritime Museum (situated in the fortress Sveti Ivan) has a
number exhibits on a permanent display, related to the
maritime affairs of Dubrovnik and Croatia on the whole, with a
particular emphasis on the history of the Dubrovnik Republic.
The museum of the Franciscan monastery keeps all
inventories of the old pharmacy, as well as the works of
Dubrovnik jewellers, painters and embroiders. The museum of
the Dominican monastery exhibits valuable examples of
Dubrovnik painting from the 15th and the 16th centuries, as
well as sculptures, jewellery, manuscripts, incunabula and
notes (music). The treasury of the Dubrovnik cathedral
keeps the relics of St. Blaise, patron of Dubrovnik, and
numerous paintings and works of art. The Rupe
Ethnographical Museum presents traditional occupations
and the rural architecture of the region of Dubrovnik, national
costumes and hand-made textiles. Very attractive is also the
Aquarium of the Institute of Biology, situated in the fortress
Sveti Ivan, comprising interesting marine species.
Art
Apart from the many historic works in the many city
museums, churches, and monasteries, the artistic life of
Dubrovnik is characterized by numerous exhibitions taking
place throughout the year. Galleries: the Art Gallery (Put
Frana Supila 23), exhibition space Luza Art Centre (Stradun),
Sebastian
Time Zone
Dubrovnik is on Central European Time (GMT plus 1 hr.).
Daylight saving time starts at the end of March and ends on
the last day of September.
Transportation
Apart from a taxi or shuttle to and from the Airport, the
location of the apartment and proximity to the beach and the
City of Dubrovnik is such that a car is not required.
If you want to sightsee further afield, Avis has a rental desk
at Dubrovnik Airport that we use. Ask for Vidan. Tel:
Dubrovnik +385 91 314 3019
Dubrovnik Airport is 18km (11 miles) from the city center.
Croatia Airlines operates daily flights to and from Zagreb and
select European cities. Also operating to/from Dubrovnik:
British Airways, Lufthansa (operated by Croatian Airlines),
Austrian Airlines, Air Lingus. Croatia Airlines operates a
shuttle bus to and from Dubrovnik Airport at Cilipi 24km (15
miles) south of the city. Buses are coordinated with incoming
flights and meet all Croatia Airlines' flights.
Weather
The destination of Dubrovnik offers a Mediterranean climate
bringing mild, wet winters, as well as a hot, dry summer
season. The area offers a chance to enjoy an average of more
than 2,500 hours of sun.
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