Red-tiled roofs and ancient churches in the Old City of Dubrovnik, Croatia are framed by the jeweled Adriatic Sea. I took this photo from atop the ramparts of the stone walls that surround the old city. They walls run for 1.2 miles, and it is possible to walk their entire length along the upper battlements. … Read more
For a magnificent view over the city harbor of Dubrovnik, Croatia, take a walk along the battlements of the old city walls. The harbor is one of the oldest parts of Dubrovnik. It was constructed during the late 1400’s, with the breakwater added in 1485. As the original use was defensive, the harbor was constructed … Read more
Four months. Fourteen countries. Fifty different destinations. By the time I reached Sarajevo I was exhausted. I’d accomplished my goal of visiting all seven of the ex-Yugoslavian countries plus Albania, but poor Croatia had been given short shrift earlier in the summer. Rather than battle high-season crowds and a record-breaking heat wave at the seashore, … Read more
The stunning, 820-foot long promenade known as the Riva in Split, Croatia, separates the Old Town from the sea. It is home to dozens of sidewalk cafes, where visitors can relax with a beverage while the sun sets over the harbor. The Riva is used for parades, sporting events, religious processions, festivals, and even political … Read more
For centuries, the Peristyle of Diocletian’s Palace served as the main gathering place for the town of Split, Croatia. Built at the beginning of the 4th century AD, the palace was originally intended as a private residence for the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Initially, the Peristyle led to the main entrance of his living quarters. Over … Read more
