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 Dead Sea - the smallest sea in
the world :) by kiona
"Only the imagination of a skilled writer could have placed an island like Lokrum off a city like this one. When you set foot on Lokrum you encroach upon a mystery. You can hear the white murmur of the whlspers of all the lovers who have gazed at the stars fram this very spot, hear the rustling of silks and the beating of wings, the sound of poems and the muttering of Latin prayers, as if you were hearing them now in the cloister of the Benedictine monastery. Lokrum ls under a spell, a spell that you cannot hope to undo."
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We had a few hours to spare and decided to take the ferry to the nearest island, Lokrum, which is located approximately 2 km from the old city. Ferries regulary service the island and a return fare was Kn 35. We set off in fine weather and had a fabulous view of the city walls, very impressive from the ocean and a great opportunity to practice our photographic skills. We were soon at the island which is a national park and has some beautiful, unspoilt beaches, several ruins and a medieval Benedictine monastery which is being reconstructed.
We were enjoying the island for a half hour when a huge storm came in and everyone converged upon the wharf awaiting the next ferry due in 10 minutes. A huge storm developed as we returned to Dubrovnik and a half hour later it was clear, however we were by then in a beautiful seafood restaurant on the old city waterfront. Leave a Comment
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The whole island is just so stunning. Set aside as uch of a day as you can just to wander its many woodland paths - many people seem to go just for beaches, and if you avoid them you can walk for ages without seeing another soul. And with every corner turned, there is another suprise. For me, the fascination of the island comes from the way human beings have encroached on it (it was used as a summer residence for the Habsburgs) but nature is slowly reclaiming it. So there is lots of evidence of human occupation, but often it all seems deserted.
The two things you must do on Lokrum:
vistit Mrtvo More, or "the Dead Sea", a saltwater lagoon blocked off from the sea by large cliffs and safe even for children and nonswimmers. It is surrounded by pine trees and dappled sunlight and shade and, surprisingly, was never too busy when we were there. If you are very adventurous you can climb up the cliffs and jump from the top.
Also, explore Fort Royal. It has great views and a very dramatic hilltop setting. If you walk to it from the direction of the monastery, you approach through a long avenue lined with tall skinny evergreen trees, and it's incredibly dramatic. We walked up the whole way without seeing anyone and felt like we were the only people in the world. Leave a Comment
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For a tiny island there is a lot to see and do. The island is home to a Napoleonic fortress, Fort Royal, which affords tremendous views of Dubrovnik and its surroundings. There is also, a bombed out building from the war, some trails, an old benedictine monastery, a nude beach, a poorly maintained botanical garden and a peacock colony. To reach the island you only need to take a ferry from the old harbor. Well worth a look for a few hours or so. Leave a Comment
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If you find yourself in Dubrovnik, do not hesitate to spend a morning or afternoon on the island of Lokrum, just overlooking Dubrovnik. The island is a green oasis full with olive trees, an old monastery, salt lake... It is an excellent place to escape from the busy life of Dubrovnik, relax with the pint of beer near the Adriatic Sea.
You can always take one of numerous boats heading for Lokrum from the Dubrovnik port or you can hire a boat just for yourself for 2-3 hours (with a captain) and do a small cruising, with Dubrovnik panorama, visiting Lokrum and going back to Dubrovnik. I did this last June and it cost around EUR 200 (you can always haggle it down or find more people to share the cost). Hiring the boat is the excellent thing because you're your own boss. Leave a Comment
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 Lokrum by biggeorgeLeave a Comment Address: Its an island
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 Dubrovnik from Lokrum by Echo_29Leave a Comment Directions: Boats leave the Old Town Port every 1/2 hour.
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 Lokrum & wall by coceng
Okay, the Dubrovnik Old Town is facing to the sea. I climbed up the wall from the right side.
By the time I took this photo, I had been walking 3/4 of the wall ! Hhmm, very nice ! Leave a Comment Directions: Walking on the wall, by this photo was taken, 3/4 of the walls have been walked on, by me.
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 by codrutzLeave a Comment
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Lokrum Island nature reserve is only a few minutes from Dubrovnik and just a short ferry ride from Cavtat. It is very easy and pleasant to explore although it is quite a treck up to the old fort so go first thing in the morning before it gets too hot. The remains of the monastry is is lovley and very photogenic. Sun beds can be hired for ?2 but there are steep ladders down into the water. It all makes a very pleasant change.
There is a landing charge of about ?2 and another small charge if you want to buy the map. Leave a Comment
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