Around the coastal city of Dubrovnik, solid ochre stone drops directly onto natural cliffs that plunge into the turquoise sea below. The ramparts of its protective walls once used for defence and embattlement, today stage thriving activity of a different kind.
Camera-laden visitors from cruise ships and guesthouses, parade this famous pathway from dawn till dusk. They’re rewarded with views across the water to Lokrum Island, a birdseye angle of the city’s beautifully renovated architecture and occasionally, a glimpse of local life within the walls.
Despite a devastating earthquake in 1667 and later, significant damage during the struggle for independence from Yugoslavia in the early nineties, UNESCO has led a restoration programme here that has gradually brought the baroque, gothic and renaissance buildings back to their former glory. It’s not surprising that Dubrovnik is titled ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic’.
If, like me, you’re willing to battle the procession of organised tours and dare I say it, the selfie-sticks; this urban stroll provides a unique perspective of the city and its people.
The Curious Traveller 
I can see why it is popular. Just look at those views.
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Looks like such a beautiful historic place. Somewhere that’s on my bucket list so I hope to visit soon!
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Walking those walls was one of my highlights of last year – yes it’s totally busy but a fantastic city!
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My parents visited a couple of weeks ago and really loved the city.
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Such gorgeous frames! Special mention for the old couple relaxing with a cuppa and soaking in the views. Sigh. I cannot wait to set my eyes on Dubrovnik in person some day. xx
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Aren’t they lovely? They were completely oblivious to my voyeurism behind their private spot!
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Without a stitch of a doubt. I especially like those shots where the subject is caught unawares.
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