December 1st, 2009 | 
Author: It’s been a long process but finally the magnificent Ston walls are fully renovated and open to the public. The walls of Ston, on the Peljesac peninsula, comprise the longest fortress system in Europe and second only to the Great Wall of China internationally. The walls stretch for 5km and include 40 towers and five fortresses.
Renovation actually began 50 years ago but intensified in 2003. Why so long? Authenticity, that’s why. Each new stone was hand-carved just as the originals were back in 1334 when construction began.
Not only is it hoped that these amazing new walls will bring in tourists, but they just might make in onto the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Ston Walls would be ninth on the list of Croatia’s World Heritage Sites.
Meanwhile, visit Ston and Mali Ston to see for yourself.
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