In the deep south of the Croatian coastline is the Dubrovnik region whose centre, the city of Dubrovnik, in Croatia and across the world bears the title of the "Pearl of the Adriatic". The harmony of the centuries-old buildings and the walls girdling the city are like a fairy tale apparition created for enjoyment. Why visit this part of Croatia? Because anyone who does not is poorer for a visit to a part of heaven on earth and the "second best place in the world" - since the first is always the place you hail from. [opširnije]

The natural characteristics of the area are dominated by the mild and warm climate of the Mediterranean south with its lush vegetation, not only Mediterranean plants but also those of the sub-tropics among which lemon and orange trees, palms and agaves are the most attractive. A relatively small coastline is very varied: from the rocky and steep shorelines of deep bays to sandy beaches, fertile plains and tall hills descending to the very sea. [opširnije]

Dubrovnik is called the Pearl of the Adriatic above all because of its great wealth of heritage in the arts and in history. The famous writer George Bernard Shaw once wrote that "those who seek heaven on earth must come to Dubrovnik." He has been followed in visits and delight by millions of those searching for the dream during the past century in which Dubrovnik has been an unavoidable tourist destination in the Croatian south. [opširnije]

The Dubrovnik seaboard and islands are an ideal lace for an active holiday on the coast. The "Cro Challenge" adventure race is held every year in Dubrovnik, Konavle and on the islands of Lokrum and Koločep. The island of Šipan is the venue of the MTB Challenge adventure cycling race held on hill and field trails. Cycling trails are marked along the entire coastline and on the islands of Korčula, Mljet and Lastovo as "Blue Riding Trails". [opširnije]

The stunning summer residences and villas of the Dubrovnik region for centuries had the most skilled masters of cooking in their kitchens who discovered the best the art of cooking could offer, creating feasts for the wealthy and their guests from around the world. The Bay of Mali ston offers the unique pleasure of gathering oysters that are bred here practically in front of every house – they are best served fresh with a slice of lemon. [opširnije]