Tuesday, November 30, 2010

A Quick Look At Dubrovnik

By Elijah Bitson


People say about Dubrovnik, that it's a city with high walls and narrow streets, but having a wide horizon. You can actually get what they mean once you walk over the city wall. Get ready to enjoy both fresh sea air and also the sunset on one side and at the other side, the amazing view of hundreds stunning houses, churches and fountains.

Dubrovnik is safeguarded by UNESCO due to the special architecture and placement. It had been constructed in the 13th century and experienced a disastrous earthquake in 1667. Regardless of what, the town still keeps its structures. There are lots of examples of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque construction in Dubrovnik, skillfully blended and harmoniously arranged to provide the city distinctive and wonderful view.

If you are fan of cultural tourism, then Dubrovnik will be perfect travel destination for you. You can see there a unique combination between the culture of the East and West. Its great location between Europe, Africa and Asia made the city a favorite place for vacation for many people around the globe. It gives a shelter for many travelers, who make the journey of their life. You can meet and communicate with many interesting people in Dubrovnik. It has already become the favorite destination for a lot of movie and show business stars. So, do not be surprised if you meet Tom Cruise there.

Close by the coast is found Lokrum, stunning and interesting island. There's a beautiful castle built hundreds of years ago, that will easy enable you to feel the spirit of the history. Better still is the fact that, the castle is flanked by amazing botanical garden that will reload you with incredible energy without a doubt. You'll be able to easily free your imagination and enjoy your holiday with full power.

Do not forget after visiting the beautiful island to take several walks around Dubrovnik. The most important and wonderful places you should visit are - the Franciscan Monastery built in the 14th century, the castle "Spontsa" built in 1516, the fountain of Onufriy, Baroque cathedral from18 century, Dominican monastery and the church of Saint Vlas.

Don't forget your camera, because once you enter Dubrovnik, you will wish to keep memories for future years the truly amazing atmosphere of the city as well as wonderful architecture. If you need to visit Croatia and Dubrovnik, don't trouble yourself too much. There are lots of great and cheap offers around Internet. Plan your holiday to Dubrovnik and you will not regret. It's a great and mysterious place, which you'll remember till the end of your life




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