Julian Rachlin & Friends Festival founded in 2001 in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Dubrovnik
Location and size
The city and port of Dubrovnik is situated in the very south of the Republic of Croatia. It occupies an area of 364 square kilometers and has a permanent population of approx. 42,000 (inside and outside the old city walls). It is surrounded by a group of islands known as the Elaphite archipelago (Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Tajan, Olipa, Jakljan and Daksa).
Rich Cultural heritage
Dubrovnik, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979, has roots going back to the 5th century, with it being an independent republic from the 14th to the 18th century. it was a prosperous and multicultural city, living mainly from trade and opearating an important port on the Adriatic.
Language
Croatian is the official language spoken in Dubrovnik. English is taught as a second language in schools, making it easy for tourists to be understood.
Climate
The geographical position of the area is typical of a Mediterranean with mild and damp winters, and hot dry summers with quite low air humidity.
The average air temperature is 17°C and the summer sea temperature is approx 21°C. There are many sunny days during the winter months. In July and August daytime maximum temperatures can easily reach 29 °C (84 °F), and at night drop to around 21 °C (70 °F).
Institution in culture Festival Julian Rachlin & Friends
Mali Stradun bb, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Tel/Fax: +385 20 435 287
e-mail: info@rachlinandfriends.com
Source rachlinandfriends.com