Historical Sights

Fort Lovrijenac

Fort Lovrijenac, also known as St. Lawrence Fortress, is a historic stronghold located just outside the western walls of Dubrovnik, Croatia. The imposing fortress rises 37 meters (121 feet) above sea level, overlooking the Adriatic Sea and Kolorina Bay. For centuries, the fortress protected maritime trade routes, enabled soldiers to monitor both land and sea for enemies, and served as a symbol of Dubrovnik's independence and power.

Jesuit Stairs

The Jesuit Stairs are a grand Baroque staircase that connects Gundulić Square to the Church of St. Ignatius in Old Town Dubrovnik, Croatia. The Church of St. Ignatius, at the top of the stairs, is an old church that once belonged to Collegium Ragusinum, a Jesuit college in Dubrovnik. The stairs are considered one of the city's most notable examples of Baroque architecture.

Orlando's Column

In the center of Luža Square, on the eastern end of Stradun, is Orlando's Column, a historic stone monument dating back to 1418. Carved into the statue is a heroic medieval knight who defended Dubrovnik from invaders. In 1418, Bonino di Jacopo, an Italian master sculptor from Milan, built the column with the help of local sculptor Antun Dubrovčanin.