Dubrovnik is situated along the picturesque Adriatic coast of Southern Croatia, on the renowned Dalmatian Riviera, nestled at the base of the 412-meter-high Srdj Mountain. The city's population is just under 50,000 people, and the national currency used is the Croatian kuna (HRK).
Since 1979, Dubrovnik has been recognized by UNESCO as a cultural monument of global significance, placing it among the ranks of the three most beautiful resorts in the world, alongside Venice and Amsterdam. Its unique cityscape is characterized by charming rocky coves and serene marinas, all embraced by the lush Mediterranean greenery.
Dubrovnik's origins trace back to the first half of the 7th century when it was founded by merging two settlements: Ragusa, a refuge for those fleeing Epidaurus to escape Avar-Slavic invasions and earthquakes, and the Croatian settlement of Dubrava. The channel that once separated the city's structures was later drained and transformed into Dubrovnik's main thoroughfare, known as Stradun.
The city experienced its peak economic prosperity during the 14th and 15th centuries, during which it hosted diplomatic missions from major Balkan cities. It was during this time that the region's exceptional tourism potential became evident. Today, Dubrovnik proudly bears the title of "the pearl of the Adriatic," owing to its historical significance and breathtaking natural beauty.
