Dubrovnik, the historic Ragusa Republic
The Rector’s Palace (Knežev dvor) in Dubrovnik used to serve as the seat of the Rector of the Republic of Ragusa between the 14th century and 1808. It was also the seat of the Minor Council and the state administration. Furthermore, it housed an armoury, the powder magazine, the watch house and a prison. The Rector’s palace was built in the Gothic style, but it also has Renaissance and Baroque elements, harmoniously combining them. In the background Dubrovnik Cathedral.
Photo by Ludo Kuipers, Sat Sep 29, 2018