Dubrovnik Travel Guide

The city of Dubrovnik is situated in the very south of the Republic of Croatia. It occupies an area of 364.05 square kilometers, extending from the Duboka Ljuta gorge in the east, near the village of Plat, to Imotica in the west - a distance of 53 kilometers.

The city of Dubrovnik is surrounded by a group of islands known as the Elaphite archipelago (Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Tajan, Olipa, Jakljan and Daksa).

The geographical position of the area is typical of a Mediterranean or 'estasian' climate with mild and damp winters, and hot dry summers with quite low air humidity (approx. 2,600 sunny hours). The average annual precipitation is 1,250 mm.

The average air temperature is 17°C and the summer sea temperature is approx 21°C. A maximum variation of 4°C is very beneficial for overall general health. There are many sunny days during the winter months.

The gentle Maestral wind - the messenger of lovely weather, refreshes the average summer temperature of 25°C.
The Bura and Jugo winds prevail during the cooler months.

The population of 55,638 is distributed over the area at 35 locations with 17,480 households, and with an average density of 152 inhabitants per square kilometer.Croatian is the official language spoken in Dubrovnik. English is taught as a second language in schools. Other international languages are also fluently spoken.

There is a rich variety of flora: cypress, pine, olive groves, vineyards, and lemon and orange plantations - together with aromatic herbs and flowers, plus exotic plants, such as palm trees, agave and cactus, which create a unique atmosphere. Nature lovers can discover a true Mediterranean landscape. Sailors will enjoy the many marinas and crystal blue sea. Beyond the city is a heavenly landscape of beaches, wooded peninsulas and a sea strewn with lush islands.

Dubrovnik has long been an exotic destination frequented by poets, artists, merchants and diplomats who made this popular stop on the ancient trade routes.

If you want to spend your vacation in a beautiful Mediterranean country, then you must come and experience Croatia. Croatia is a small country with lots of beaches and many illustrious wonders of nature.Dubrovnik, Dalmatia and Istria form the coastal part of Croatia featuring more than a thousand islands.

There are seven national parks in Croatia, three being in the mountainous regions (Risnjak, Paklenica and Plitvička Jezera), and four in the coastal regions (Kornati, Brijuni, Krka and Mljet). Those who seek paradise on Earth should come and see Dubrovnik.