Travel Tuesday - Dubrovnik, Croatia
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We’re back this week with another destination that I have not been to, yet, but has always been on my bucket list. I’ve made it to Croatia three times and haven’t been to Dubrovnik (AKA King’s Landing for you GoT fans)….
Either way, let’s dive into a few fun facts about Dubrovnik before we tackle a few more paragraphs about it. PS, apologies for not being on the blog so much lately! Things have gotten busy with CK Collective, and I want this blog to serve as a bit of insight into what’s going on in the company, as well as serve as some inspiration for you to get up and get out there!
10 Facts About Dubrovnik
In the Croatian region of Dalmatia along the Adriatic Sea is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Dubrovnik is idyllic yet bustling with activity. It has people yet it retains the natural sea shore beauty. Below are a few facts about the city that will make you think about making the city your next vacation destination.
1. The city is a seaport on the Mediterranean Sea and ancient enough to have other activities apart from soaking in the Mediterranean beaches. The city is as old as 7th century.
2. The city was the capital of the adventurous Republic of Ragusa, a maritime republic.
3. In 1979, UNESCO added the city of Dubrovnik in the list of World Heritage Centers.
4. The city is surrounded by 2 kilometers of ancient walls and fortifications. Most of its buildings are built using the Baroque style architectural designs.
5. The city receives approximately 7.2 hours of sun per day. This is about 2630 hours of sun annually. I am sure you are already thinking of heading there.
6. You can engage in almost every holiday activity in Dubrovnik. From jeep safari, horseback riding, canoe safari, kayaking, sailing to the Elafite Islands and a visit to the national park on the Island of Mljet; tourists will never be short of fun things to do.
7. Dubrovnik, being an independent state, was the first country to recognize the United States as a sovereign state when it declared independence from the British.
8. As if to welcome you to its beautiful beaches, Dubrovnik's altitude is just 3 meters above the sea level.
9. The city occupies a land mass of about 21.35 square kilometers (8.24 sq. mi). In that small space, you will find some of the oldest European museums and buildings.
10. The State of Dubrovnik was among the first countries to abolish slave trade in the 15th century. It seems the country valued freedom even that far back.
The city of Dubrovnik is the Eastern European Paradise. It is sort of what Hawaii is to North America. You will be missing out on Eastern Europe's best destination if you do not include the city in your itinerary.
My Two Cents
Dubrovnik is the walled-city that looks like it is straight out of a fairytale. Yes, it can be kind of cumbersome to get to from anywhere else in Croatia, but the best places are always off the beaten-path. Tourist season is obviously from mid-April through September, so expect a ton of people to be walking their way through these narrow corridors, but with farmers markets, fresh fruit stands, and plenty of fish to be eaten amongst the plethora of restaurants, you can expect to be blown away by all that Dubrovnik has to offer.
I personally wouldn’t spend more than 2-3 days here, as the city can be quite small, but with an abundance of activities, nearby hiking, fishing, sailing and more, I don’t think it would be tough to stay busy.
Add Dubrovnik to your list of places to go, especially if you’re considering going to Montenegro and or Bosnia & Herzegovina. Make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen, as well. Dubrovnik can get easily up to 30+ C or 100+ F.
Have you been?
What are some of your favorite things about Dubrovnik? Have you flown into the airport? How did you get to Dubrovnik? Leave me a few comments down below and let me know what else you love about Croatia.
Check flights to Croatia here // Learn more about Dubrovnik on Wiki here
See you out there.
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