Dubrovnik, historically known as Ragusa, is a coastal city located in southern Dalmatia, Croatia, situated along the Adriatic Sea. It serves as a prominent seaport and functions as the administrative center of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County. As of 2021, the city had a total population of 41,562 residents.
The city is recognized as one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean region. In 1979, UNESCO inscribed the Old City of Dubrovnik as a World Heritage Site, specifically acknowledging its outstanding medieval architecture and fortifications.