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Dubrovnik - Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Treasury

 
Standing on the site of a 12th century cathedral, the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a beautiful Baroque building. Designed by Andrea Buffalini of Rome, it has three aisles, three apses, and is splendidly decorated inside. Paintings by Italian and Dalmation artists from the 16-18th Centuries along with the tondo Virgin of the Chair rumored to be by Raphael give the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary a holy splendor.

Must-see attractions nearby:
Dubrovnik Franciscan Monastery
Stradun of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik Rector's Palace
Dubrovnik Square of the Loggia
The Cathedral Treasury holds several important relics of Christianity. The most famous is a small portion of the cross that Jesus is thought to have been crucified upon. Other famous relics of note are the head, leg and arm of St Blaise dating from the 13th Century.

The Treasury also has a splendid display of 138 gold and silver reliquaries from around the world that will bedazzle visitors.
Address: Dubrovnik Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Kneza Damjana Jude 1, Dubrovnik, Dalmatia , Croatia
Tips: The Treasury closes one hour earlier than the Cathedral. There is an entrance fee for the Treasury.

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