Built in the 1600’s to defend Croatia against pirates, Castle Gligo in Bobovišća is now a recognised part of Croatian cultural heritage. The two room apartment offers the chance for visitors ...

All of these instances required the defence of fortifications and Croatia is littered with old city walls, ruined castles and evidence of lifetimes and lives spent to secure the country.

From ancient alleyways and weather-worn castles to stone steps worn smooth by centuries of shuffling feet, Croatia is home to some of the world’s most evocative Medieval architecture.

For the people of this one Croatia town, these castles are regular parts of the skyline. More from Entertainment You've seen it on your screen for years, the fictional home of the Iron Throne.