Dubrovnik City Walls

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The Dubrovnik City Walls in Croatia, an extensive series of defensive stone walls, encircle the historic city of Dubrovnik. Constructed mainly from the 12th to 17th centuries, the walls stretch approximately 1.94 kilometers with a varying thickness of 1.5 to 6 meters, reaching a maximum height of 25 meters.

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The walls feature a series of towers and forts, including the Minceta Tower and Fort Bokar. The fortifications were built to protect the city from invasions. Accessible to the public, visitors can walk along the entire length of the walls, gaining insight into the city's historical defense mechanisms. The walls are a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognizing their historical significance.