Monument to I. Gundulic in Dubrovnik

Ivan Gundulic, born on January 8, 1589 in the city of Dubrovnik, is a famous Croatian writer of the Borocco period from a noble family. His first work, in which all his activities take place, is a work called Free Jerusalem. The main poem is dedicated to the Battle of Khotin of the 16th century “Osman”, it tells about the war of the Poles with the Turks at Khotin in 1521. The scenes of this work were decorated with 4 marble pedestals, where the monument stands. This poem occupies a large place in Croatian literature, which is still revered today. Ivan Gundulic is undoubtedly a classic of Croatian literature. The monument to Ivan Gundulic is located on the square in the center of Dubrovnik. The monument to the poet was built in 1892 by sculptor Ivan Rendich in tribute to residents and compatriots of the works of Ivan Gundulich, it was created entirely of bronze. This place is worth a visit and immerse yourself in the history of Croatia, which residents are very revered.