Location: Dubrovnik
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What to do and see in Dubrovnik, Dalmatia: The Best History Museums
Dubrovnik has recovered from the war damage it suffered during the 1990s, and visitors have returned to this tranquil city. Nestled between the Adriatic and the Dinaric Alps, it’s an accessible and affordable city break for many European travelers. The pedestrian-only Old Town is especially charming.
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1. Gornji Ugao Tower
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5.0 based on 482 reviews
An excavation on the site of the 'Gornji ugao' tower, in the north-west corner of the walled city of Dubrovnik, in Croatia, uncovered evidence for a foundry established in the second half of the 15th century and largely producing armaments. It is a rare example of this type of industrial site, and its position within the city walls makes it unique. Excavation has provided information on the technical subdivision and spatial logic of the site. Activity at the foundry ceased after the Great Earthquake in 1667, which devastated the entire city, although part of the site continued in use as a foundry, on a smaller and more improvised scale.
Reviewed By colleenmZ8494PB - Upper Ballinderry, United Kingdom
We really enjoyed our tour of the archaeological site of the old foundry and metal works of dubrovnik.to find it we entered the old town by the back Buza gate after coming down from the cable car and turned immediately right and climbed up some steps to the base of the Minceta tower.up a flight of steps is the entrance doorway.our tour took about half an hour and our guide was enthusiastic about his subject and explained how the site had been excavated, how the finds and evidence were pieced together and how it was connected to the history of dubrovnik and it was certainly a feat of engineering and ingenuity for it's time.The site is mostly underground as it has been covered over by a baseball pitch to protect it.Definitely great if you are interested in history/archaeology. Quirky and unique and something a little bit different!
2. Virtual Museum of City of Dubrovnik
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This unique museum is situated in Dubrovnik's Fort Revelin. With a help of advanced digital technology, it provides access to display of historic materials and monuments on digital photography and video, inaccessible in other way. These include 3D projections, archives of Dubrovnik Republic, walk through the Renaissance summer residences, Dubrovnik Festival nights, the view of Konavle and more.
3. Red History Museum
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5.0 based on 244 reviews
Red History Museum is a newly opened unique interactive experience of everyday life in communist Yugoslavia - a very different time in Croatian history. Using new and old technologies in a 300 square meter space, visitors can now explore and experience what it was like under the Yugoslav regime. Dive into the art, design, politics, secret agencies and the way of the Non-Aligned. Listen to the greatest hits of the time, witness history coming to life and learn the real life stories of people living under the watchful eye of the Communist party.
4. Memorial Room of the Defenders of Dubrovnik
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By i8toys - West Midlands, United Kingdom
We were interested in the whole history of Dubrovnik - ancient and more recent events. Sobering to see how young these men were and comparing them to ourselves in the 90's brings it home.
5. War Photo Limited
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4.5 based on 1,435 reviews
War Photo Limited is an exhibition centre of war and conflict photojournalism situated inside Dubrovnik's historic old city, spread over 2 floors the 350m2 (3800 sq ft) displays photographic exhibits by world renown photojournalists covering recent and ongoing regional and global conflicts. It is the intent of War Photo Limited to educate the public in the field of war photography, to expose the myth of war and the intoxication of war, to let people see war as it is, raw, venal, frightening, by focusing on how war inflicts injustices on innocents and combatants alike.
Reviewed By MadanGopalM - Bengaluru, India
I visited this rate and unusual Museum that displays photographic exhibits by renowned photojournalists who covered recent and earlier regional and global conflicts. It's commendable that these photographers risking their lives and career captured such traumatic and frightening images from remote areas to sensitize the world about the futility and meaningless injustices that happened and continue to happen in this insane world. There is permanent exhibition of iconic images titled The End of Yugoslavia , photographs by Alfred Yaghobzadeh from Iran-Iraq war, special images and narration from Tim Page from NAM conflict. This is a must visit for any traveller who could understand how wars and violent conflicts lead too unimaginable human agony and why world deserve peace. There is admission ticket and photography is allowed inside.The brochure in english is quite informative. Located at the entrance of Antuninska in a lane at main street Stradan, not to be missed.
6. Rector's Palace
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4.0 based on 977 reviews
Reviewed By zubenel57 - Dundee, United Kingdom
The Rector's Palace is situated on the eastern side of old Dubrovnik and we gained entrance via our Dubrovnik card. This is a 15th century palace that houses many collections e.g. icons, old masters, coins, statues, antique furniture, weaponry etc. of historical exhibits (approx 10,000 exhibits) that covers the periods from the 15th century up to the 20th century. I found this museum to be very enjoyable with the number, variation and quality of exhibits thoroughly depicting the history of Dubrovnik. My favourites were the old masters and the antique furniture and I couldn't help noticing the heavy Venetian influence on the exhibits. I think this is a must see for understanding Dubrovnik's ancient history and development as a fortified city.
7. Lokrum Visitor Center
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4.0 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 344kathh - Swansea, United Kingdom
Whilst on honeymoon in Dubrovnik we went to see the Game of Thrones locations and replica Iron Throne on Lokrum Island. The view from the top of the Island is spectacular, you can see a beautiful view of Dubrovnik from here. It's a long and tiring way up in 30 degree heat but it is definitely worth it. The wildlife on the island are also beautiful, the peacocks will happily pose with you for a photo and the rabbits will also come up to you. Amazing to see these animals living in the wild.
8. The Cultural Historical Museum
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4.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By DirkW107 - Alexandra Headland, Australia
The Cultural-Historical Museum is located in the Rectors Palace and is included in the Dubrovnik Card Package. The building itself is a beautiful, historical place and worthwhile visiting on its own. There are three floors of exhibits ; a court room and dungeon on the ground floor. The upper floors have different displays of weapons, uniforms, coins and absolutely gorgeous furniture. I was particularly fascinated with a couple of rooms full of safes or strong boxes with intricate lock-systems, minutely decorated. Finally, their collection of icons is wonderful. Of all the "free inclusions" on the Dubrovnik Card, this museum is by far the best and warrants buying the card instead of just paying to walk the Muralles.
9. Archeological Museum
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3.5 based on 20 reviews
10. Maritime Museum
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3.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By katie_travel_boost - Harbin, China
Really fascinating museum which gives an excellent insight into the maritime industry of Dubrovnik - which, as a port town, is really essential to understand how the city came about. Lots of well-presented displays and interesting artefacts to admire, this small museum is definitely worth a good half hour browse. It is also included in the museum pass, which gives you entry to lots of other museums too within the same ticket.
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