Cavtat
Cavtat is the site of the ancient Greek settlement of Epidaurus, from which the original settlers of Dubrovnik migrated after an earthquake. This small medieval town on the southern edge of Croatian coast sits in a picturesque bay enclosed by two peninsulas: Rat and Sustjepan. Cavtat abounds in rich cultural and historic sites, which should not be missed.
Cavtat is the site of the ancient Greek settlement of Epidaurus, from which the original settlers of Dubrovnik migrated after an earthquake. This small medieval town on the southern edge of Croatian coast sits in a picturesque bay enclosed by two peninsulas: Rat and Sustjepan. Cavtat abounds in rich cultural and historic sites, which should not be missed.
ArcheologyThe birthplace of Vlaho Bukovac, one of Croatia’s greatest painters, is now an art gallery. The elaborate mausoleum of the Racic family, built by Ivan Mestrovic, sits on top of a small hill overlooking the bay. Visit the collection of Baltazar Bogisic, and fascinating underwater archeo logical sites.
Magic town
Relax at your own pace, whether you are looking for an active vacation with a variety of sport and recreation activities, excursions, cultural and entertainment programs, or just want to enjoy Cavtat’s peaceful bays and beaches. Proximity to the city of Dubrovnik provides numerous opportunities to discover this magical town at your leisure.
Relax at your own pace, whether you are looking for an active vacation with a variety of sport and recreation activities, excursions, cultural and entertainment programs, or just want to enjoy Cavtat’s peaceful bays and beaches. Proximity to the city of Dubrovnik provides numerous opportunities to discover this magical town at your leisure.
Konavle
Konavle is the southernmost region of Croatia, an area of particular natural beauty and unique contrasts: mountains and plains, hills and valleys, blue sea and green woods. Bordered by the Konavle Mountains on the north, and the Adriatic Sea on the south, this area stretches from Bokokotorska Bay and the Prevlaka peninsula on the east to the peaceful bays of Obod and Cavtat on the west.
Konavle is the southernmost region of Croatia, an area of particular natural beauty and unique contrasts: mountains and plains, hills and valleys, blue sea and green woods. Bordered by the Konavle Mountains on the north, and the Adriatic Sea on the south, this area stretches from Bokokotorska Bay and the Prevlaka peninsula on the east to the peaceful bays of Obod and Cavtat on the west.
Land of culture
The region is distinguished by its pristine natural landscape and indigenous stone architecture. Numerous historic monuments have been carefully preserved, and hundreds of years of cultural traditions can still be experienced today in Konavle’s unique costumes, embroidery and folklore.
The region is distinguished by its pristine natural landscape and indigenous stone architecture. Numerous historic monuments have been carefully preserved, and hundreds of years of cultural traditions can still be experienced today in Konavle’s unique costumes, embroidery and folklore.
Land of excursions
Excursions in Konavle: Folklore performances in Cilipi; Konavle Jeep Safari; Recreational Horseback Riding on the “Blue Trail” over Konavle cliffs; Prevlaka Nature Park; local taverns; vineyards; and visits to traditional village homesteads are only some of the opportunities to get to know Konavle. Feel the spirit of the past and experience the harmony of traditional country lifestyles.
Excursions in Konavle: Folklore performances in Cilipi; Konavle Jeep Safari; Recreational Horseback Riding on the “Blue Trail” over Konavle cliffs; Prevlaka Nature Park; local taverns; vineyards; and visits to traditional village homesteads are only some of the opportunities to get to know Konavle. Feel the spirit of the past and experience the harmony of traditional country lifestyles.
