Dubrovnik Aquarium, Marine research facility in Old Town Dubrovnik, Croatia.
The Dubrovnik Aquarium displays fish, mollusks, and other Adriatic Sea creatures inside the stone vaults of Fort St. John in the Old Town. The exhibition shows the variety of life in the local waters and how these animals inhabit their marine environment.
Fort St. John was built in the 16th century to defend Dubrovnik's old harbor and remained a key part of the city's defenses for centuries. Today its ground level houses the aquarium while maintaining the fort's original stone structure.
The facility is managed by the University of Dubrovnik's marine research institute, showing how the institution connects scientific work to the local community. Visitors can see how local research contributes to understanding and protecting the creatures that share the Adriatic with the city.
Visit in the morning when it is less crowded, making it easier to observe the animals comfortably. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible, and the underground rooms stay cool and pleasant throughout the year.
The facility rehabilitates injured sea turtles from the Adriatic Sea before releasing them back into the water, allowing visitors to witness this rescue work firsthand. This hands-on conservation effort makes the facility more than just a display space.
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