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#20 Cavtat
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Half an hour's drive south of Dubrovnik, Cavtat is Croatia's southernmost town. With its
hourly ferry links to Dubrovnik's Old Town and Dubrovnik Airport close by, it's an attract-
ive alternative base in high season, with plenty of hotels, restaurants and shops but less of
the hustle and bustle. Cavtat was originally settled by the Ancient Greeks in the 6
th
century
BC and was called Epidauros, then the Romans colonised the area in the 3rd century BC
and changed its name to Epidaurum. Cavtat is known for its natural attractions, the town is
surrounded by pine forest which provides welcome shade in summer, unspoiled beaches and
clear turquoise waters.
