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Stonske zidine - Ulaz
The Walls of Ston are a series of defensive stone walls, originally more than long, that surrounded and protected the city of Ston, in Dalmatia, part of the Republic of Ragusa, in what is now southern Croatia. Their construction was begun in 1358.A visit to Stonske zidine - Ulaz represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Ston trip site to plot your vacation.
The Walls of Ston were known as the "European wall of China".
Despite being well protected by massive city walls, the Republic of Ragusa used Pelješac to build another line of defence. At its narrowest point, just before it joins the mainland, a wall was built from Ston to Mali Ston. Throughout the era of the Republic, the walls were maintained and renovated once they meant to protect the precious salt pans that contributed to Dubrovnik's wealth, which are still being worked today.
Demolition work began on the walls following the fall of the Republic. Later the Austrian authorities took materials away from the wall to build schools and community buildings, and also for a triumphal arch on the occasion of the visit by the Austrian Emperor in 1884. The wall around Mali Ston was demolished with the excuse that it was damaging the health of the people. The demolition was halted after World War II.
LayoutThe wall, today 5.5 kilometre long wall links Ston to Mali Ston, and is in the shape of an irregular pentangle. It was completed in the 15th century, along with its 40 towers (20 of which have survived) and 5 fortresses. Within, three streets were laid from north to south and three others from east to west. Thus, fifteen equal blocks were formed with 10 houses in each. Residential buildings around the edges. The Gothic Republic Chancellery and the Bishop's Palace are outstanding among the public buildings.
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Had a nice walk on the walls and the old fortress. A very nice heritage place that definetly deserves to be visited. Be prepared for a long walk more »
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The walls are spectacular. They are not nearly as intimidating or difficult a climb as they look. definitely take the walk the views are spectacular more »
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We went to the walls from Mali Ston to Ston. The first time we were alone and the second time with friends. My husband ran up the wall stairs several times for training. The staff is very friendly... more »
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