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The little Croatian town of Dubrovnik

domingo, agosto 1st, 2010

The little Croatian town of Dubrovnik is located across the Adriatic Sea, at the foot of a mountain, recalling the Greek cities, but with Slovenian style, reflecting his worn walls in the crystal clear waters. This place has suffered numerous invasions, but nevertheless managed to remain standing until nowadays.

Dubrovnik Old Town Harbour

Photography by ahisgett

Its history goes back to the seventh century, when the peoples of the region were constantly invaded and plundered by the Slavs, deciding to move to a small coastal town, and fortifying the area to prevent invasions. This town eventually grew increasingly, as its location was strategic for trade in fisheries. This fact was very interested in the Arabs, attacking a century later. At this point, this small town had taken the name of Ragusa and still suffered many invasions throughout its history. (más…)

Dubrovnik, the pearl of the Adriatic

lunes, agosto 17th, 2009

View over Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is a coastal city of Croatia, located in the south of the capital region of Dalmatia and Dubrovnik-Neretva County. Its historic center, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, is its greatest attraction is fascinating to anyone who visits.

Although its origins date back to the seventh century, are few vestiges of buildings prior to the seventeenth century, when an earthquake shook the entire city. (más…)

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