Dubrovnik Riviera

The city of Dubrovnik, together with the surrounding areas of Konavle and Rijeka dubrovačka are parts of Croatia's southernmost holiday destination. Dubrovnik is known worldwide as a true pearl of the Mediterranean, but one must not forget the picturesque towns, replete with history and exquisite nautral beauty, which surround the city on both sides and greatly add to its appeal.

During the existence of the Republic of Ragusa, the area was one of the few oases of liberty in the region. Through skillful negotiations with the Venetians and Turks, Dubrovnik and its diplomacy were able to maintain their freedom until the arrival of Napoleon's troops. "Liberty" continues to symbolize Dubrovnik and the surrounding area.
Dubrovnik Riviera – the Mecca of the Adriatic cultural heritage

Dubrovnik is a world-famous destination primarily for its remarkable cultural sights. The Old Town, surrounded by curtain walls over a mile long, put Dubrovnik in the UNESCO world heritage site list as early as the year 1979.

Remains of fortifications which testify to a long history of repulsed invasions can be found throughout the riviera. Bosanka and Molunat are particularly impressive sites. Mokošica and Lozica contain numerous summer palaces, country oases where the sophisticate magnates took their breaks from the urban bustle. Mline will charm visitors with its picturesque old millhouses, built there to harvest the power of numerous freshwater springs, whereas Cavtat, a former Greek colony, is a true jewel of the Dubrovnik Riviera.
Marine and botanical oases of the Dubrovnik Riviera

Trsteno, a quaint village near Dubrovnik, houses the Arboretum, one of the finest examples of Renaissance landscaping and garden architecture. Besides the manor, fountain and statue, the garden has been carefully cultivated from the fifteenth century onwards, and continues to fascinate with the beauty of exotic flora. Another botanical pearl can be found on Lokrum, a small, stunning island just outside Dubrovnik. This favorite picnic spot for the locals is home to the Benedictine monastery, quiet coves with the clearest waters, as well as an intriguing lake known as the "Dead sea." Discreet beaches in pristine natural surroundings likewise await visitors to Srebreno, Plat and Mline.
Sporting and cultural events on the Dubrovnik Riviera

Being a true hit destination, there is enough going on in Dubrovnik to keep a visitor from ever having a dull moment. Besides the nightclubs and beach parties, there is the Feast of Saint Blaise, the Dubrovnik Summer Games, the waterpolo Wild league, the Libertas Film Festival, as well as the Dubrovnik Film Meeting.