Evaluation of the Local Site Effects and Their Implication to the Seismic Risk of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Dubrovnik (Croatia)

A seismic risk assessment of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Dubrovnik reveals that local geological structures and site effects significantly influence earthquake vulnerability. The study, using non-invasive seismic survey methods, identified areas prone to stronger damage during tremors, particularly in response to historical earthquakes like those in 1667 (M ~ 7) and 1979 (M6.8). These findings provide critical data for mitigating seismic hazards, essential for preserving this cultural heritage site as a testament to its historical significance.

Stanko, D., Korbar, T., & Markušić, S. (2023). Evaluation of the Local Site Effects and Their Implication to the Seismic Risk of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City of Dubrovnik (Croatia). Journal of Earthquake Engineering, 28(3), 731–759. https://doi.org/10.1080/13632469.2023.2220029