Cavtat

Cavtat - a town of many palaces, residences and monuments from Roman times is located on the western shores of Konavle. Underwater Cavtat is the largest underwater site for amphorae in the Adriatic and the Mediterranean. If you take a walk on the waterfront absorbing the scents and sounds of nature, you will enjoy the quiet secluded bays and the exceptional cultural heritage. In the old part of town there is the house of Vlaho Bukovac, one of Croatia’s most important artists, which is also a museum, studio and art gallery. The Račić family mausoleum is in the cemetery of sv. Rok [St. Rocco] -a masterpiece by the famous sculptor Ivan Meštrović and the Rectors Palace on Cavtat’s waterfront are just some of the sights that appeal to lovers of culture and history. If you want an active holiday, you will be greeted by a vibrant and diverse range of things to do that will revive the spirit of past times and make your holiday unforgettable.

Source: Hrvatska turistička zajednica
Photo by: Hrvoje Serdar