Lockdown Armchair Travel – Croatia – Dubrovnik

I’ve visited Dubrovnik twice, both for just one day during a Mediterranean cruise, once in 2003 (when hardly any photos were taken) and once in 2012, which is when these pictorial memories were made. It’s a grand place, dominated by its remarkable Old Town, with its incredible walls.

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Let’s start at the top and work our way down. From the wall walk, everywhere you look you see contrasting and clashing roofs, with that terracotta red gleaming in the sun.

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And you see things from unusual angles

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You also get a great view of the sea

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And the harbour

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And the view emphasises the straight narrow streets

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At the end of that street you can see the famous Bell Tower

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Other beautiful sights include the Church of St Blaise

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in fact there are churches everywhere

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This is the Franciscan Monastery

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On ground level, the streets are great fun to explore

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Or, alternatively, you can just sit and watch the world go by

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And, if you ever forget where you are, there are plenty of reminders!

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Thanks for joining me on a quick trip through Dubrovnik. On Monday it’s back to the theatrical posts, and more memories of 1977. Stay safe!