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The
geographical position of the area is typical of the classic Mediterranean
or 'etesian' climate with mild and damp winters, and hot dry summers
at quite low air humidity.
The average air temperature is 17°C and the summer sea temperature
is 21°C approx. A maximum variation of 4°C is very beneficial
to the nervous system and general health. There are many sunny
days during the winter months. The gentle Maestral - the messenger
of lovely weather, refreshes the average summer temperature of
25°C whereas during the cooler months, the Bura and Jugo winds
prevail.
There
are many picturesque islands near Dubrovnik. One of them is National
park Mljet. Mljet is island located west from the Dubrovnik. The
Mljet National Park covers the western part of this island, considered
by many to be the most beautiful island on the Adriatic. This
park is significant because of the two deep gulfs, called lakes
because of their narrow connection to the open sea, and its dense,
diverse Mediterranean vegetation. Dubrovnik is a place of gastronomic
delight open air living, Mediterranean style, is a complemented
by rich and varied gastronomic offer. The natural flavor of the
sea and of the many Mediterranean delicacies is the same today
as it has been over the centuries.
You can reach Dubrovnik by air, sea and road.
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The
city of Dubrovnik is situated in the very south of the Republic
of Croatia. Dubrovnik is rich in cultural and historical monuments
and is included in UNESCO World Heritage List. Dubrovnik Summer
Festival is held annually here, and the city is also the venue
for scientific, scholarly and literary conferences and world tourist
congresses. The most recognizable feature which defines the History
of Dubrovnik and gives it its characteristic are its intact city
walls which run uninterrupted for 1940 meters encircling the city.
This complex structure, one of the most beautiful and strongest
fort systems in the Europe is the main attraction to the city's
visitors.
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