Konavle and the Dubrovnik Republic: The Region That Fed and Defended the City
By CAVTAT GUIDE | Dubrovnik Historical Intelligence | Updated for 2026
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How Dubrovnik built one of Europe's most remarkable medieval republics through trade, diplomacy and maritime strategy — a complete history of the Republic of Ragusa and what it means for understanding the city today.