High above the old town of Dubrovnik, on Mount Syđ, are some sites worth seeing. To get to the top of Mount Syd, you can take cable car, drive, or hike up. The cable car can be crowded during peak times like cruise ships and sunset. The hiking trail was not too challenging for us and along the switchback way you get to stop at the different stations of the cross, if you choose to. Not too long ago this area was full of landmines. At the top you will also find a large stone cross. The cross and the Dubrovnik Cable Car (http://www.dubrovnikcablecar.com/ ) were both damaged during the war but like most of Old Town, have been completely restored.
Also located at the top are assorted tours, like a ‘buggy tour,’ Fort Imperial and The Museum of Croatian War of Independence (http://www.tzdubrovnik.hr/lang/en/get/muzeji/5681/museum_of_croatian_war_of_independence.html#_=_ ). Fort Imperial played a vital role defending the city of Dubrovnik in the 1991-95 Croatian War of Independence and the siege of Dubrovnik. The original fort was started in 1806 during the French occupation of Dubrovnik. It was completed in 1812, on August 15, Napoleon’s birthday. Inside one of the wings of the museum, was an area devoted to the war full of historic displays. Very interesting and afterwards we were still trying to understand the very nature or war.
After the Fort visit, our sunset table was available at The Panorama Restaurant (http://www.nautikarestaurants.com/panorama-restaurant-bar/ ). You will need to make a reservation a few days in advance if you want sunset. This time of year the sun was setting over the the Elaphite islands, Mljet & Korcula. On a clear day you can also see Montenegro to the south and Bosnia to the east- stunning views.
Thank you Ki for meeting us in Croatia. We love you!
