"Those who seek paradise on Earth should come to Dubrovnik" declared George Bernard Show

And he was right. Today Dubrovnik is probably even more picture-perfect then it was when Shaw visited.

Dubrovnik's Old Town is a UNESCO world heritage site. The most recognizable feature which defines the History of Dubrovnik and gives it its characteristic are its intact City Walls which run uninterrupted for 1940 meters encircling the city. This complex structure, one of the most beautiful and strongest fort systems in the Europe is the main attraction to the city's visitors. Five fortresses, St. Lawrence and Revelin together with another three incorporated in the city walls, Minčeta Tower, Fort Bokar and St. John's Fortress give to its visitors unforgettable view of the city.

Inside City Walls you can find the State Archives in the Sponza palace, which contains the documents from 12th century on attracts those who would like to know more about the political and economical relation between Dubrovnik Republic and other European countries in the past.

Franciscan monastery with the museum that contains the Old Pharmacy's inventory dates back to 1317. It also has tranquil medieval cloisters and palms in the courtyard. Dominican monastery with the collection of Dubrovnik School of Art 15th and 16th century, Treasure of the Cathedral with the reliquary and Rector's Palace are an attractions also.

Stradun is a main street and it is paved in white marble. There are many pubs and fine restoraunts around where you can get refreshment after researching Old Town and its Walls.

Just 15 minutes by ferry from the old port is island Lokrum which is nature reserve. Richard the Lionheart was shipwrecked nearby in 1192 on his way home from the Third Crusade.