Dubrovnik was the center of an independent maritime republic called what?

The Most Serene Republic of Venice

Onofrio's Fountain, a large domed fountain inside Pile Gate, was built in the 15th century as part of what?

A royal wedding gift for a Croatian king

A baptism pool for the cathedral

The Dubrovnik Summer Festival, held every July and August since 1950, features what?

Theater and music in historic venues

Hot air balloon races above the harbor

Dubrovnik Quiz: City Walls, Stradun and Old Town of Croatia

This Dubrovnik quiz explores Croatia's famous walled city on the Adriatic, from the Stradun and the old city walls to the Republic of Ragusa, Lokrum island, Fort Lovrijenac, the cable car up Mount Srđ, Onofrio's Fountain, the Dubrovnik Summer Festival and Game of Thrones filming spots. Ten questions.

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Walls
Roughly how long are the medieval walls that circle Dubrovnik's old town?
Streets
What is the name of the limestone main street that runs through Dubrovnik's old town?
Republic
Dubrovnik was the center of an independent maritime republic called what?
Islands
Which small island facing Dubrovnik is famous for its free-roaming peacocks?
Forts
Which fortress on a 37-meter rock outside the walls was used as the Red Keep in Game of Thrones?
Filming
Which steps near the Jesuit church were used for Cersei's walk of atonement in Game of Thrones?
Fountains
Onofrio's Fountain, a large domed fountain inside Pile Gate, was built in the 15th century as part of what?
Views
Which mountain above Dubrovnik can be reached by cable car for views over the old town?
History
In 1416, the Republic of Ragusa became one of the first states in Europe to do what?
Festivals
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival, held every July and August since 1950, features what?

Explanations: answer key for all 10 questions

Q1: Roughly how long are the medieval walls that circle Dubrovnik's old town?
Answer: About 2 kilometers
The walls measure about 1,940 meters and reach up to 25 meters high in places. Walking the full circuit takes around two hours.
Q2: What is the name of the limestone main street that runs through Dubrovnik's old town?
Answer: The Stradun
Its official name is Placa. Centuries of footsteps have polished the stones so smooth that they shine after rain.
Q3: Dubrovnik was the center of an independent maritime republic called what?
Answer: The Republic of Ragusa
Ragusa was a rich trading power for about 450 years until Napoleon's forces ended it in 1808. Its motto was Liberty is not sold for all the gold.
Q4: Which small island facing Dubrovnik is famous for its free-roaming peacocks?
Answer: Lokrum
Peacocks were brought to Lokrum in the 19th century. The island has a botanical garden, a ruined monastery and a small salt lake called the Dead Sea.
Q5: Which fortress on a 37-meter rock outside the walls was used as the Red Keep in Game of Thrones?
Answer: Fort Lovrijenac
An inscription over its gate reads Non bene pro toto libertas venditur auro. The fort also hosts performances of Hamlet during the summer festival.
Q6: Which steps near the Jesuit church were used for Cersei's walk of atonement in Game of Thrones?
Answer: The Jesuit Stairs
The Baroque staircase was designed in the 18th century. Guided Game of Thrones tours often stop there to recreate the famous scene.
Q7: Onofrio's Fountain, a large domed fountain inside Pile Gate, was built in the 15th century as part of what?
Answer: The city's water supply system
Water traveled about 12 kilometers by aqueduct from a spring. The fountain has 16 carved stone faces that pour water.
Q8: Which mountain above Dubrovnik can be reached by cable car for views over the old town?
Answer: Mount Srđ
The cable car climbs to about 405 meters in a few minutes. A Napoleonic fort at the top now holds a museum about the 1990s war.
Q9: In 1416, the Republic of Ragusa became one of the first states in Europe to do what?
Answer: Ban the slave trade
Ragusa was also a pioneer in public health, setting up a quarantine system for travelers in 1377 to stop the spread of plague.
Q10: The Dubrovnik Summer Festival, held every July and August since 1950, features what?
Answer: Theater and music in historic venues
Plays, concerts and dance performances take place in squares, palaces and forts. The festival opens with fireworks and the raising of a flag.

Dubrovnik Quiz – The Walled City on the Adriatic

Dubrovnik is a historic city on the Adriatic coast of southern Croatia, famous for its massive stone walls, terracotta roofs and sparkling blue sea. The poet Lord Byron is often credited with calling it the Pearl of the Adriatic. Its old town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and draws visitors from all over the world.

For centuries, Dubrovnik was the center of the Republic of Ragusa, a wealthy maritime state that rivaled Venice. Its merchants traded across the Mediterranean, and its leaders used diplomacy rather than armies to stay independent. The republic was remarkably progressive: it set up quarantine in 1377, banned the slave trade in 1416 and built an aqueduct that still feeds Onofrio's Fountain.

The city walls, about 1,940 meters long, are Dubrovnik's most famous feature. Walking along them offers views of rooftops, churches and the sea. Inside the walls, the Stradun, a polished limestone street, runs from Pile Gate to the old harbor, passing the Franciscan Monastery, the Rector's Palace and the Sponza Palace.

Dubrovnik suffered heavy damage during a siege in 1991 and 1992, but its buildings were carefully restored. In the 2010s, it became world-famous as King's Landing in Game of Thrones, which brought a new wave of tourists. Fort Lovrijenac, the Jesuit Stairs and Lokrum island all appeared in the series. The city now limits cruise ship visits to protect the old town.

Beyond the walls, visitors swim from rocky beaches, kayak around the walls, take the cable car up Mount Srđ or visit nearby islands such as Lokrum and the Elaphiti Islands. Fresh seafood, black risotto and local wine fill the menus.

This quiz covers the history, landmarks, culture and filming locations of Dubrovnik.

What This Quiz Teaches

This quiz is perfect for travelers, history fans and Game of Thrones viewers.

Dubrovnik's city walls and the Stradun
The Republic of Ragusa and its history
Lokrum island and its peacocks
Game of Thrones filming locations
Onofrio's Fountain and Mount Srđ
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival

Quick Facts About Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik's patron saint is Saint Blaise, honored with a festival every February.
The Franciscan Monastery has one of the oldest working pharmacies in Europe.
Parts of Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Robin Hood were filmed in Dubrovnik.
The old town has no cars, only pedestrian streets and stairs.
The Ston walls nearby are among the longest fortification walls in Europe.
The Banje beach offers a classic view of the old town.