Can you believe that this magnificent church, Sveti Vlaho, was built in 1715? Imagine, a single square nave with a Greek cross plan, two sacristies, and a central cupola. The church is dedicated to Saint Blaise, the patron saint of Dubrovnik, his golden statue with a model of the old church in its hand, the only surviving remnant of the 1706 fire, stands on the main altar. Legend claims that the fire wouldn’t spread to the rest of the city, a miraculous act of St Vlaho. Saint Vlaho, identified with the pagan god Veles by the Slavs, was a devout priest, martyr, and protector of Dubrovnik. He once appeared in a dream to a Dubrovnik priest, warning him of a Venetian attack. This was the origin of Dubrovnik’s devotion to Sveti Vlaho, their protector and source of their continued independence. This church is a symbol of their faith in their protector, a tribute to their history, a testament to their strength in every difficult time.
Kapelica sv Ilije
Perhaps unnoticed by many, the ruins in Bogišićev Park whisper tales of Kapelica sv Ilije. This chapel’s story, though fragmented,