Dobrovnik, CROATIA

Dobrovnik is probably the best preserved old town I have ever seen. The old town was completed in the 13th century and remains virtually unchanged to the present day....except for...the people. Ages ago (or maybe just 10 or 20 years ago), this old town must have been a bee-nest of local Croatian fishermen and tradesmen. Today, unfortunately, its flooded with groups tours, independent travelers, and backpackers. This is fortunately still early in the season....but don't bother coming here in peak season (July and August).

I spent most of my time hiking in the nearby hills with great views of the old town and the nearby islands...and I also slowly walked the 2km of fortress walls surrounding the old town.