Christmas is just around the corner and Dubrovnik is gearing up for the festive season and the traditional Dubrovnik Winter Festival.
And whilst this annual festival is always popular with locals it is also a great time of the year to visit Dubrovnik as a tourist. Yes, actually getting to the far south of Croatia in the winter months can prove challenging, but for those that are determined the rewards are well worth it. Away from the hustle and bustle of the UNESCO city in the summer the winter feel is one of calm and culture.
And this is a fact that has been picked up by a UK publication, who have recommended to their readers to visit Dubrovnik Winter Festival.
In a text entitled “The best sunny Christmas markets around 2 hours from London to enjoy mulled wine on a beach,” the popular news website MyLondon.news has added Dubrovnik to that list.
“Dubrovnik Christmas market is one of the best in the country and is set to celebrate the uniqueness of the city. The fair will be held in the beautiful atrium of the Convent of St. Claire and will feature traditional craftsmen who will display their handicrafts, Christmas ornaments, candles, toys, glassworks, embroidery, ceramics and porcelain,” writes the website.
And adds “There will also be Christmas cookies and sweets and savoury snacks available. These include traditional Dubrovnik sweets like the quince cheese ˝kontonjata˝, that are prepared for this festive time. The fair will open on December 6 and run for a whole month.”