A beloved and iconic monument located in the very heart of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, Orlando’s Column is a must-see for any traveler who finds his self or her self in the city. Erected in 1418, Orlando’s Column features the carved-out image of an armored knight by the name of Orlando. According to the folklore of Dubrovnik, Orlando helped the people of Ragusa (Old Dubrovnik) defeat invaders and retain their status as a free trade city-state. This resulted in the memorializing of the knight through a stone column carving. Today, Orlando’s Column is also the flag carrier of the Libertas Flag, which is flown during the down’s summer festival, and also the St. Blaise festival’s flag.

Orlando’s Column, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia

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