Lokrum

Lokrum is a small, uninhabited island about 600 meters from the old city center of Dubrovnik. It can be reached by boat in about ten minutes, and most visitors come on a day trip. The island is a protected nature reserve and is known for its dense pine forest, botanical garden, numerous promenades, and rocky and rocky beaches. Lokrum is home to the remains of a Benedictine monastery, the Napoleonic fortress Fort Royal, and the so-called Dead Sea - a small salt lake suitable for swimming. The island is also home to numerous peacocks and rabbits, which roam freely among visitors. Part of the island was also used for the filming of Game of Thrones, and the former monastery building houses a small exhibition dedicated to the series. There are no cars or permanent residents on Lokrum, and overnight stays are prohibited.