Elena’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Pasjača beach is situated in the Konavle municipality, below the village of Popovići, about 12 km from the town of Cavtat chosen as one of the 10 European Best Destinations for 2019.
Pasjača beach represents the harmony between man and nature. It was created in 1955, after the construction of a tunnel leading to the sea. The excavated rocks were left on the shore, and in only a few years the waves transformed them into a beach filled with fine sand. This is the origin of the beautiful beach at the foot of the majestic cliffs of Konavle, which has been named the best European beach of 2019 by the European Best Destinations portal.
You need to take a steep path and steps carved into the cliffs to get to the beach, and in some places the path also leads you through carved tunnels. This tiny, difficult-to-reach oasis and the turquoise sea at the foot of the harsh cliffs of Konavle offer plenty of beautiful viewpoints that will make for wonderful photographs. It is no surprise then that #Pasjača is often trending on social media sites.
There are no amenities at Pasjača beach, making it perfect for those who are looking for a quiet place to relax, surrounded by beautiful nature and crystal-clear sea.
However, since there is a difference in elevation of about 200 m between the cliffs and the beach, getting in and out is an adventure in and of itself, so a visit to Pasjača is not recommended to those who may have difficulty with this kind of steep climb.
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Pasjača
Pasjača beach is situated in the Konavle municipality, below the village of Popovići, about 12 km from the town of Cavtat chosen as one of the 10 European Best Destinations for 2019.
Pasjača beach represents the harmony between man and nature. It was created in 1955, after the construction of a tunnel leading to the sea. The excavated rocks were left on the shore, and in only a few years the waves transformed them into a beach filled with fine sand. This is the origin of the beautiful beach at the foot of the majestic cliffs of Konavle, which has been named the best European beach of 2019 by the European Best Destinations portal.
You need to take a steep path and steps carved into the cliffs to get to the beach, and in some places the path also leads you through carved tunnels. This tiny, difficult-to-reach oasis and the turquoise sea at the foot of the harsh cliffs of Konavle offer plenty of beautiful viewpoints that will make for wonderful photographs. It is no surprise then that #Pasjača is often trending on social media sites.
There are no amenities at Pasjača beach, making it perfect for those who are looking for a quiet place to relax, surrounded by beautiful nature and crystal-clear sea.
However, since there is a difference in elevation of about 200 m between the cliffs and the beach, getting in and out is an adventure in and of itself, so a visit to Pasjača is not recommended to those who may have difficulty with this kind of steep climb.
Mount Srd sharply rises above the Old City in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The craggy mountain is capped with a large fortress, an enormous cross (both of which are visible from sea level), a Croatian war museum and a panoramic restaurant. From the top of Mt. Srd, visitors are treated to a stunning 360-degree view of Dubrovnik that is simply breath-taking. Guests can spend a blissful day soaking in the beauty of the Adriatic Sea and the most famous historic city in Croatia.
The Mt. Srd Dubrovnik viewpoint stretches over the turquoise Mediterranean waters to the west, across Croatia’s border with Bosnia to the east and Montenegro to the south. Ascending Srd Hill is one of the top things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia…and there are 4 convenient ways to get to there: Dubrovnik Cable Car, Mt. Srd hiking trail, local bus or organized tour.
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Srđ
Mount Srd sharply rises above the Old City in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The craggy mountain is capped with a large fortress, an enormous cross (both of which are visible from sea level), a Croatian war museum and a panoramic restaurant. From the top of Mt. Srd, visitors are treated to a stunning 360-degree view of Dubrovnik that is simply breath-taking. Guests can spend a blissful day soaking in the beauty of the Adriatic Sea and the most famous historic city in Croatia.
The Mt. Srd Dubrovnik viewpoint stretches over the turquoise Mediterranean waters to the west, across Croatia’s border with Bosnia to the east and Montenegro to the south. Ascending Srd Hill is one of the top things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia…and there are 4 convenient ways to get to there: Dubrovnik Cable Car, Mt. Srd hiking trail, local bus or organized tour.
GAME OF THRONES, ROBIN HOOD, STAR WARS...DUBROVNIK AND FILM PRODUCTIONS
he most well-known HBO production and the most watched series ever, was filmed in Dubrovnik from 2011 to 2018, from the 2nd to the final 8th season, and according to the executive producers, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the main reasons for coming to film in Dubrovnik was the description of King’s Landing from the books of George R.R Martin which coincided exactly with the image and position of Dubrovnik. In the short films that were released before the new season of broadcasting, the production team and actors from the series, unmistakably expressed their delight with Dubrovnik, the hospitality of the citizens and Croatia in general. According to the most recognised international media publications, Dubrovnik is the most important venue for Game of Thrones, as it “plays” the role of the capital of the Seven Kingdoms.
Throughout the world Dubrovnik is more and more recognizable as King's Landing, special tours are organized for the "Games of the Thrones Route", journalists from the world explore historic sites and more and more of the world’s media recognize Dubrovnik as an ideal film destination.
The attractiveness of Dubrovnik as a filming location is confirmed with the increasing interest from the world's film production companies for shooting in Dubrovnik. In addition to the mega popular Game of Thrones, filming by the Indian film industry, or Bollywood, in Dubrovnik including the movie Fan which starred one of India's most popular actors, Shah Rukh Khan, triggered the interest of Indian film audiences. This was followed by the shooting of the world's most popular movie hits, Star Wars and Robin Hood. These globally popular productions have firmly placed Dubrovnik on the map of unique and desirable destinations for filmmaking.
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Game Of Thrones Dubrovnik
bb Brsalje ul.GAME OF THRONES, ROBIN HOOD, STAR WARS...DUBROVNIK AND FILM PRODUCTIONS
he most well-known HBO production and the most watched series ever, was filmed in Dubrovnik from 2011 to 2018, from the 2nd to the final 8th season, and according to the executive producers, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the main reasons for coming to film in Dubrovnik was the description of King’s Landing from the books of George R.R Martin which coincided exactly with the image and position of Dubrovnik. In the short films that were released before the new season of broadcasting, the production team and actors from the series, unmistakably expressed their delight with Dubrovnik, the hospitality of the citizens and Croatia in general. According to the most recognised international media publications, Dubrovnik is the most important venue for Game of Thrones, as it “plays” the role of the capital of the Seven Kingdoms.
Throughout the world Dubrovnik is more and more recognizable as King's Landing, special tours are organized for the "Games of the Thrones Route", journalists from the world explore historic sites and more and more of the world’s media recognize Dubrovnik as an ideal film destination.
The attractiveness of Dubrovnik as a filming location is confirmed with the increasing interest from the world's film production companies for shooting in Dubrovnik. In addition to the mega popular Game of Thrones, filming by the Indian film industry, or Bollywood, in Dubrovnik including the movie Fan which starred one of India's most popular actors, Shah Rukh Khan, triggered the interest of Indian film audiences. This was followed by the shooting of the world's most popular movie hits, Star Wars and Robin Hood. These globally popular productions have firmly placed Dubrovnik on the map of unique and desirable destinations for filmmaking.
In only ten minutes a boat from the Old City Harbour will take you to the Island of Lokrum, a special forestry reserve under UNESCO protection. A favourite bathing and excursion place in close proximity to the City, Lokrum is also the exotic and mysterious venue of many legends and stories.
A small lake on the island called Mrtvo More (Dead Sea) is suitable for children and non-swimmers.
Walk to the highest point of Lokrum, the elevation with the star-shaped Fort Royal, built by the French in 1806. The place offers a magnificent view of the City, Cavtat and the islands.
The roads and walking paths of Lokrum will take you through the botanical garden with an interesting collection of eucalyptuses, cactuses and succulent plants to the remains of the 12th/13th century basilica, the 15th/16th century monastery with an atrium garden, and the summer residence of Maximilian von Habsburg from the 19th century with gardens and a park. You will be enchanted by the woods of holm-oak, flowering ash, Aleppo pine, the old olive grove from the time when the Benedictines ran the island, gardens and parks.
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Lokrum
In only ten minutes a boat from the Old City Harbour will take you to the Island of Lokrum, a special forestry reserve under UNESCO protection. A favourite bathing and excursion place in close proximity to the City, Lokrum is also the exotic and mysterious venue of many legends and stories.
A small lake on the island called Mrtvo More (Dead Sea) is suitable for children and non-swimmers.
Walk to the highest point of Lokrum, the elevation with the star-shaped Fort Royal, built by the French in 1806. The place offers a magnificent view of the City, Cavtat and the islands.
The roads and walking paths of Lokrum will take you through the botanical garden with an interesting collection of eucalyptuses, cactuses and succulent plants to the remains of the 12th/13th century basilica, the 15th/16th century monastery with an atrium garden, and the summer residence of Maximilian von Habsburg from the 19th century with gardens and a park. You will be enchanted by the woods of holm-oak, flowering ash, Aleppo pine, the old olive grove from the time when the Benedictines ran the island, gardens and parks.
All day boat trip
You can visit Koločep, Lopud and Sipan Island in one day.
The Island of Koločep is the one closest to Dubrovnik. The settlements Gornje Čelo and Donje Čelo are situated in the two largest bays. The eastern and western parts of the island are covered with thick pine woods stretching as far as the sea rocks. The crystal azure sea abounds with fish and shellfish. The dwellers of Koločep used to be the best-known coral divers in the Mediterranean, but today they seldom dive and only for pleasure.
Numerous monuments including the remains of sarcophaguses, stone sculptures, chapels and churches show that the island was inhabited in the time of antiquity.
Already the first encounter with Kalamota, as the people of Dubrovnik nick-name the Island of Koločep, will not leave you indifferent. You will be intoxicated by its deafening silence, the scent of the Mediterranean herbs and pines, and the blueness of the sea that washes its sandy beaches.
The one standing in the middle is the Island of Lopud, which abounds with beautiful sandy beaches. A boat will take you to the settlement of the same name, from where you can walk to the unique sandy Bay of Šunj on the opposite side of the island. Šunj is a well-known sandy beach, of which one part is reserved for naturists. Nature is not the only one who was generous to Lopud. The island also abounds with forts, little churches, summer residences and monasteries housing valuable works of art.
The biggest and most inhabited, the Island of Šipan has a large number of vineyards and olive groves. The two biggest settlements are Šipanska Luka and Suđurađ. The inner side of the island abounds with shelters and natural anchorages of immense beauty, where the branches of pine trees reach the surface of the sea.
In this small area there is a huge number of monuments, more than thirty churches, several monasteries and about sixty summer residences in gothic-renaissance style.
The island dwellers are well-known for their hospitality. They will be happy to take you fishing and into the field, and will offer you healthy food and excellent wines from their fruit-bearing vineyards.
You can reach the Elafite Islands by a boat departing from
Cavtat Harbour ( I can help you with the tickets).
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Elaphiti Islands
All day boat trip
You can visit Koločep, Lopud and Sipan Island in one day.
The Island of Koločep is the one closest to Dubrovnik. The settlements Gornje Čelo and Donje Čelo are situated in the two largest bays. The eastern and western parts of the island are covered with thick pine woods stretching as far as the sea rocks. The crystal azure sea abounds with fish and shellfish. The dwellers of Koločep used to be the best-known coral divers in the Mediterranean, but today they seldom dive and only for pleasure.
Numerous monuments including the remains of sarcophaguses, stone sculptures, chapels and churches show that the island was inhabited in the time of antiquity.
Already the first encounter with Kalamota, as the people of Dubrovnik nick-name the Island of Koločep, will not leave you indifferent. You will be intoxicated by its deafening silence, the scent of the Mediterranean herbs and pines, and the blueness of the sea that washes its sandy beaches.
The one standing in the middle is the Island of Lopud, which abounds with beautiful sandy beaches. A boat will take you to the settlement of the same name, from where you can walk to the unique sandy Bay of Šunj on the opposite side of the island. Šunj is a well-known sandy beach, of which one part is reserved for naturists. Nature is not the only one who was generous to Lopud. The island also abounds with forts, little churches, summer residences and monasteries housing valuable works of art.
The biggest and most inhabited, the Island of Šipan has a large number of vineyards and olive groves. The two biggest settlements are Šipanska Luka and Suđurađ. The inner side of the island abounds with shelters and natural anchorages of immense beauty, where the branches of pine trees reach the surface of the sea.
In this small area there is a huge number of monuments, more than thirty churches, several monasteries and about sixty summer residences in gothic-renaissance style.
The island dwellers are well-known for their hospitality. They will be happy to take you fishing and into the field, and will offer you healthy food and excellent wines from their fruit-bearing vineyards.
You can reach the Elafite Islands by a boat departing from
Cavtat Harbour ( I can help you with the tickets).
It's a perfect place for an unforgettable beach vacation at the Riviera of Dubrovnik. Here you will find a unique idyll, a fantastically beautiful coastal landscape with enchanting beaches and the mountains in the background. Picturesque is also the promenade, which invites you to have long walks along the turquoise blue sea. A further highlight is the area around Mlini, which offers innumerable fantastic excursion destinations. Above all, you can visit the world-famous city of Dubrovnik, which is only about 10 kilometers away. A great offer of restaurants, as well as the many awesome hotels and vacation apartments make a vacation in Mlini perfect.
Mlini is the perfect starting point for a visit to the city of Dubrovnik. By public bus or taxi boat, you can reach the historic old town from Mlini in literary no time.
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Mlini
It's a perfect place for an unforgettable beach vacation at the Riviera of Dubrovnik. Here you will find a unique idyll, a fantastically beautiful coastal landscape with enchanting beaches and the mountains in the background. Picturesque is also the promenade, which invites you to have long walks along the turquoise blue sea. A further highlight is the area around Mlini, which offers innumerable fantastic excursion destinations. Above all, you can visit the world-famous city of Dubrovnik, which is only about 10 kilometers away. A great offer of restaurants, as well as the many awesome hotels and vacation apartments make a vacation in Mlini perfect.
Mlini is the perfect starting point for a visit to the city of Dubrovnik. By public bus or taxi boat, you can reach the historic old town from Mlini in literary no time.
City/town information
There are many beautiful places in the world, however the people of Dubrovnik claim their city to be the most beautiful. A warm southern climate, spacious blue skies, emerald green and dark blue crystal-clear sea touching the rocky shore and spilling into numerous coves and bays, onto sandy beaches and steep reefs decorated with the lushest Mediterranean and subtropical flora.
The City of Dubrovnik is under UNESCO protection. According to records, the area around Dubrovnik was first inhabited somewhere between 6000 and 2000 BC. The existence of the city was lost in the cloudy course of history, with legend and historical facts being meshed together. The lack of any preserved documents makes the whole pinpointing process harder, and the few historians that are researching this topic are left with the task to distinguish fact from fiction.
What is certain is that Dubrovnik is an old city, persevering on its stony cliffs for at least 14 centuries. An even older city, Epidaurum, predates Dubrovnik, being located where the city of Cavtat now lies, about 18 kilometres southeast of Dubrovnik. At the time of its destruction it had endured for at least 10 to 12 centuries. Again, historians cannot be sure. Some believe that the Greeks founded the colony around 600BC. With the city destroyed, a number of its inhabitants fled to neighbouring regions (today’s Župa Dubrovačka), where the fortified cities of Spilan and Gradac (Burnum) were inhabited, as well as the rocky islet of Laus, which became the first city core of old Dubrovnik.
The rapid settlement of Laus resulted in the development of a new city, today’s Dubrovnik (in the 7th century) which would, on that small rocky area, grow deep roots and build a glorious and heroic history in the stormy centuries to follow. During the 7th century, the Slavic tribes, with Croats being one of the superior ones, had already set up permanent residences along the majority of the eastern Adriatic coast, with the exception of a few fortified Roman cities, which were becoming cut off from the rest of the empire in the wake of this rapid Slavic population. In comparison to the development of cities with a Roman population, a settlement was developing near Ragusium, at the foothills of Mount Srđ, which received the Croatian name Dubrovnik. The name came from the oak forests which even today are called “dubrave” today. During the 10th and 11th century, the sea strait between the two settlements became shallower due to alleviation, drying up completely at the end. When the two settlements, already joined together, were fortified and strengthened within the same city walls at the end of 12th century, the result was the Old Town of Dubrovnik, an urban centre preserved to the present day.
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Dubrovnik
There are many beautiful places in the world, however the people of Dubrovnik claim their city to be the most beautiful. A warm southern climate, spacious blue skies, emerald green and dark blue crystal-clear sea touching the rocky shore and spilling into numerous coves and bays, onto sandy beaches and steep reefs decorated with the lushest Mediterranean and subtropical flora.
The City of Dubrovnik is under UNESCO protection. According to records, the area around Dubrovnik was first inhabited somewhere between 6000 and 2000 BC. The existence of the city was lost in the cloudy course of history, with legend and historical facts being meshed together. The lack of any preserved documents makes the whole pinpointing process harder, and the few historians that are researching this topic are left with the task to distinguish fact from fiction.
What is certain is that Dubrovnik is an old city, persevering on its stony cliffs for at least 14 centuries. An even older city, Epidaurum, predates Dubrovnik, being located where the city of Cavtat now lies, about 18 kilometres southeast of Dubrovnik. At the time of its destruction it had endured for at least 10 to 12 centuries. Again, historians cannot be sure. Some believe that the Greeks founded the colony around 600BC. With the city destroyed, a number of its inhabitants fled to neighbouring regions (today’s Župa Dubrovačka), where the fortified cities of Spilan and Gradac (Burnum) were inhabited, as well as the rocky islet of Laus, which became the first city core of old Dubrovnik.
The rapid settlement of Laus resulted in the development of a new city, today’s Dubrovnik (in the 7th century) which would, on that small rocky area, grow deep roots and build a glorious and heroic history in the stormy centuries to follow. During the 7th century, the Slavic tribes, with Croats being one of the superior ones, had already set up permanent residences along the majority of the eastern Adriatic coast, with the exception of a few fortified Roman cities, which were becoming cut off from the rest of the empire in the wake of this rapid Slavic population. In comparison to the development of cities with a Roman population, a settlement was developing near Ragusium, at the foothills of Mount Srđ, which received the Croatian name Dubrovnik. The name came from the oak forests which even today are called “dubrave” today. During the 10th and 11th century, the sea strait between the two settlements became shallower due to alleviation, drying up completely at the end. When the two settlements, already joined together, were fortified and strengthened within the same city walls at the end of 12th century, the result was the Old Town of Dubrovnik, an urban centre preserved to the present day.
Are you dreaming about a place where life is a simple pleasure? On your doorstep, with a great deal of things to do, to see, to enjoy, to experience. And all this in one of the Safest European Destinations in 2021.
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Cavtat
Are you dreaming about a place where life is a simple pleasure? On your doorstep, with a great deal of things to do, to see, to enjoy, to experience. And all this in one of the Safest European Destinations in 2021.
This coastal town enchants with a beautiful old town, where lovely places, such as historic town palaces, churches and museums are located. However, a real highlight are the wonderful beaches and idyllic bays, which are not far from the center. Also unique is the romantic harbor with the lively waterfront promenade. It connects the town center with the numerous restaurants, cafés and stores with the picturesque bays. The area around Cavtat is stunning and also offers plenty of attractions worth seeing.
Šetalište Rat, 20210, Cavtat, Kroatien
This coastal town enchants with a beautiful old town, where lovely places, such as historic town palaces, churches and museums are located. However, a real highlight are the wonderful beaches and idyllic bays, which are not far from the center. Also unique is the romantic harbor with the lively waterfront promenade. It connects the town center with the numerous restaurants, cafés and stores with the picturesque bays. The area around Cavtat is stunning and also offers plenty of attractions worth seeing.
Food scene
If you love fish, this is the right place to go. The owners are catching fish by them self. This is my favourite restaurant.
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Ludo More
22 Put TiheIf you love fish, this is the right place to go. The owners are catching fish by them self. This is my favourite restaurant.
They are in the centre of Cavtat. They serve only fresh fish and seafood.
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Leut
17 Trumbićev putThey are in the centre of Cavtat. They serve only fresh fish and seafood.
They have good cocktails and different types of coffe.
It is in the centre of Cavtat.
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Caffe Bar Amor
3 Put dr. Ante StarčevićaThey have good cocktails and different types of coffe.
It is in the centre of Cavtat.
Caffe Bar Mihael
18 Put dr. Ante StarčevićaThe best cocktails in the town.
If you love mountains and fresh air than the closest local restaurant is Konavolski dvori
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National Restaurant Konavoski Dvori
If you love mountains and fresh air than the closest local restaurant is Konavolski dvori
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Bus
Bus 10 is going directly to the Dubrovnik old City, you can take it near the apartment or from the main station in Cavtat.
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3 Island Crouise or Private boat trip
We are organising exclusive tours, as well as personalised trips for a day’s boat trip to discover the Elaphiti Islands, or rental of a luxury motorboat to discover the most exclusive beaches.
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Dubrovnik pass
Dubrovnik Pass is a key that opens the door of the most important sights of towns of Dubrovnik and Cavtat and provides the pass holder with a number of discounts and significant money-saving, offering a variety of benefits as well as numerous surprises.
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Sun Set in Cavtat
Caffe bar banac ; Little star ; By The Way restaurant ; Mausoleum of the Racic family, or If you Are With a car - Vidikovac Sivi soko ;