Ploče Gate
The main entrance to Old Town from the Eastern side, Ploče Gate (also known as Vrata od Ploča) were built at the end of 14th century. The gate consist of inner and outer section and incorporates a stone bridge.
The bridge used to be just wooden drawbridge which used to be pulled up at night to prevent unwelcome guests entering the town but was later replaced by stoned one so nowadays the beautiful bridge with stone balustrade (above photo) leads through the Gate to Luza Square and Stradun.
Above the entrance of the Gate there is a statue of Sveti Vlaho, the patron saint of Dubrovnik. The Revelin Fortress is built into the outer section of the Gate as a handy lookout point for towns eastern approach.
Photo Gallery of Ploče Gate
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- Approach to Ploče Gate
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- Side views of Ploče Gate, its bridge and Sveti Ivan Tower
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- Statue of Sveti Vlaho, the patron saint of Dubrovnik at Ploce Gate
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- Inner section of Ploce Gate, Dubrovnik
Location Map of Ploče Gate, Dubrovnik:
Address:
Ploče Gate, Vrata od Ploča, 20000 Dubrovnik
see location of Ploče Gate on larger map
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