St. Blaise church, Dubrovnik

St. Blaise church is a Baroque religious building in Dubrovnik's Old Town featuring a striking facade with four Corinthian columns and an oblong dome above the central nave. The interior displays classical Baroque elements with multiple altars and decorative details typical of 18th-century design.

A fire destroyed the medieval church in 1706, and Venetian architect Marino Gropelli designed the current Baroque structure, completed in 1715. This reconstruction transformed the church into a symbol of Baroque architecture along the Adriatic coast.

The church is named after the city's patron saint, and its grand Baroque facade contrasts with the medieval architecture surrounding it. Visitors notice the importance of this place through candles and flowers that worshippers leave at statues and altars throughout the interior.

The church sits on Stradun, the main street of Old Town, and remains open to visitors throughout the day with no entrance fee. Wear comfortable shoes and dress respectfully with covered shoulders and knees when entering a place of worship.

A 15th-century Gothic statue of Saint Blaise stands inside the church, offering insight into the city's artistic traditions. Stained glass windows created by artist Ivo Dulčić in 1971 demonstrate how contemporary works blend with historical spaces.

Location: Dubrovnik

GPS coordinates: 42.64615,18.08012

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:01