LOVRIJENAC

The Lovrijenic is one of the most popular places to visit in Dubrovnik which is also known as the St. Lawrence Fortress, also famous as a theatre. It has spectacular structure, which rises an astonishing 37 meters above the Adriatic, proved invincible during the numerous Venetian sieges launched after it was completed in the 11th century.

Fort Lovrijenac, often referred to as St. Lawrence Fortress, has historically served as one of Croatia's oldest significant fortresses. It is regarded as "Dubrovnik's Gibraltar" because of its placement on a steep mountainside just beyond the city's main wall. This spectacular architectural structure rises an astonishing 37 meters above the Adriatic and proved to be invincible during the numerous Venetian sieges that were launched after it was completed in the 11th century.

In fact, according to legend, the Venetians originally intended to construct a tower onsite but were outdone by resourceful local residents. Fort Lovrijenac is accessible through two drawbridges and a passageway via its remarkable walls, which are as thick as 12 meters in certain parts, and is distinguished for its odd triangle structure with its multiple terraces. The fort not only serves as a tourist destination but also as a location and silhouette for Dubrovnik's renowned Summer Festival as well as its numerous theatrical and musical acts.

Highlights

• Visit one of the best places and most renowned fortresses in Croatia's history, and learning about its significance during the sightseeing tour. 
• If planning to visit in the summer season, visitors will get to enjoy the popular summer festival set with the backdrop to this amazing fort.
• Admire its strong architecture and design, with a unique triangular shape and multiple terraces during the visit. 
• Learn about the history of Venetian someone and how this fort served a strategic purpose as a defense during those times.