The renovated complex of Dubrovnik's Lazarets has opened its doors

In the past, the eastern suburb of Ploče was a meeting point for trade caravans and travelers from the Ottoman Empire. That is why a fortress was built on Ploče as early as 1377...

9. August 2019.
In the past, the eastern suburbs of Ploče were a meeting point for trade caravans and travelers from the Ottoman Empire. That is why the first quarantine was built in Ploče in 1377 to isolate travelers and goods from eastern countries, as epidemics of infectious diseases were frequent. The Lazarets, with 8 preserved buildings and 5 courtyards, were rebuilt in 1623 from the sea side so that larger ships could approach. They had a...
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9. August 2019.