Pile Gate

The main entrance to Old Town, busy Pile Gate (the name derived from Greek word pylaj meaning gate) in the old-time (built in the 15th century) used to have a wooden drawbridge which used to be pulled up at night to prevent unwelcome guests entering the medieval, walled city.

The drawbridge was replaced by stoned one long time ago so nowadays, the beautiful stone bridge (see above photo) leads across the small green passage (ex moat) thought the Gate to the Old town and down the steps to Stradun, the Town’s main promenade.

*Approach to the Gate on the bright and sunny day*

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Right above the entrance, the Gate is embellished with the statue of Sveti Vlaho, the patron saint of Dubrovnik:

If you are arriving into the Old town through this gate, as soon as you pass the gate itself you will see this orientation maps with a code of conduct:

Here is the info that you need while visiting the Old Town. It is a good idea to take a photo of it for later reference.

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If you are using a wheelchair, trolley or baby’s pushchair, it is good to know that the Old Town is fully accessible through this gate:

You don’t have to use the steps, just turn left and access the Stradun along the ramp

Using the gate to exit the town – this is how it looks – the views from the inside the gate:

In the busy times, the Gate is divided into two sections making it more accessible. Keep walking on the right side. On the bottom of the steps or ramp you will approach the Stradun, the Old Town’s main street – this is how it looks – views from within the gate:

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