The Porporela breakwater is the farthest part of the old Dubrovnik, a popular meeting and walking place, especially liked by couples in love. At its end stands a small lighthouse. On the west side of the pier there is a beach, on which a water polo pitch has been prepared. There are benches along the promenade.
Porporela is called the heart and soul of Dubrovnik - the quintessence of its advantages, character and extremely rich historical past. The road to the breakwater runs along the wall of the mighty Fortress of St. John. Right behind her, on the right side of the breakwater, a comfortable, stepped descent to the sea was built. This is how Porporela Beach was created - a great place for a quick bath, giving the opportunity to admire defensive buildings from the sea. Due to the lack of a gentle bottom descent, the bathing beach is not recommended for families with children.
The Porporel breakwater was built by the Austrians in 1873 to protect the entrance to the port from extremely strong sea currents and high waves. In 1879, a rough sea threw a boulder over 3 tons onto the breakwater. The stone block was built into the pier structure and is today a tourist attraction.
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