FRANCISCAN CHURCH AND MONASTERY

Explore the Franciscan Church and Monastery, which plays a role as a church, monastery, library as well as pharmacy. One of the best places to visit in Dubrovnik is the Franciscan Church and Monastery which provides stunning Romanesque architecture, the monastery is a cultural and artistic heritage of the city. 

An amazing addition to the city of Dubrovnik, the Franciscan Church and Monastery was first opened in the 14th century. The monastery complex is also known for its amazing architecture which follows the Romanesque style with a blend of Gothic and Baroque elements. The Monastery is a beautiful blend of the cultural and artistic heritage of the city and also features an impressive library. In addition to the library, the monastery also features an ancient pharmacy that can be traced back to 1317.

The complex also has an old pharmacy museum, which tells a tale about the history of the pharmacy. It also displays antique apothecary jars, furniture, original inventors, and even several historical medical instruments as well as books. The monastery is surrounded by a beautiful church and well kept landscape gardens that are great for relaxing strolls during the visit.

Highlights

• Explore the large complex of this age-old monastery preserving the history and heritage of Dubrovnik. 
• Admire the beautiful elements of Romanesque, Baroque, and Gothic architectural styles that are displayed. 
• Learn about one of the oldest working pharmacies in this city and its important historical artifacts on display in the Old Pharmacy museum. 
• Spend some time in an epic library where visitors can watch the collection of historical textbooks and books about herbs and plants. 
• Witness the ancient manuscript collection housed in this 14th-century church and monastery.