Discover Dubrovnik’s enthralling architecture, tumultuous history and artistic treasures with this explorer’s guide to Croatia’s culture capital. More than 55 fascinating and unusual historical sites, including fearsome forts and half-forgotten palaces, saintly relics and vestiges of war, converted convents and cursed islands. From a macabre cathedral treasury and an ancient arboretum to Dubrovnik’s Gibraltar and a holiday resort in ruins. Locations include the the Red History Museum, a Game of Thrones’ tour, the world’s oldest quarantine hospital, and a clifftop cemetery.

Set off on your own urban expedition with the Only In Guides! These groundbreaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and locals keen to learn more about where they live. Unique locations, hidden corners, and unusual objects.