Gundulic square houses an open-air market

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Gundulićeva poljana

Dubrovnik


The narrow street opposite the Rector’s Palace opens onto this square, where a bustling morning produce and craft market is held. The monument at its centre commemorates Dubrovnik’s famous poet, Ivan Gundulić. Reliefs on the pedestal depict scenes from his epic poem, 'Osman'.


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