The Gothic-renaissance Franciscan monastery and the church with bell tower lie at the foot of St. Rocco hill on the western peninsula in Cavtat. Also called the Monastery of Our Lady of the Snows.
The Monastery and church have a turbulent past: first it was destroyed during the 1667 earthquake, later, in 1806 it has been robbed by Russians and Montenegrins ; from 1807 to 1825 it is used (rented) by occupiers as a storage. Since 1839 the monastery housed a health department, a customs office, a post office and the port authority. In 1958 it was home to the builders of the Racic family mausoleum. Finally, since 1984 the church and monastery are listed as a monument.
A Day Journey to Cavtat and Konavle from Dubrovnik Including Lunch - Private Tour
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Dalmatia on a private half-day tour of Cavtat and Konavle Valley from Dubrovnik.
Begin your journey by winding through the hills above Dubrovnik, offering panoramic views of the red-roofed Old Town. Then, continue to the picturesque coastal town of Cavtat, located on the southernmost tip of Croatia, and admire its medieval architecture and stunning harbour.
Take a break at the Sivi Soko viewpoint and enjoy breathtaking views of Dubrovnik, Cavtat, and Konavle Valley. Your tour culminates in Konavle Valley, where you'll discover the region's bounty of fresh produce and wine while enjoying a delicious meal of Croatian specialities.
This five-hour private tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transport via a private air-conditioned vehicle, and a knowledgeable private driver/guide who will provide personalised attention throughout the tour.
Valuable works of art can be seen at the main altar. They represent the small steep streets of Cavtat, summer houses and gardens at the waterfront. In the 20th century, Vaho Bukovac painted a panorama of Cavtat in the lunette between the church aisle and apse. The most valuable work of art is the polyptych of St. Micahel dating back to 1510.
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valuable paintings by Božidar Vlatković , Vicko Lovrin and Vlaho Bukovac
Address & contact details
Street: Supilova ul
Postcode: 20210
City: Cavtat
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