The most popular and beautiful cities of Montenegro

Montenegro is often called the pearl of the Adriatic. This is not surprising, because there are a large number of beaches, as well as various attractions that many tourists want to visit.

Montenegro is a country located in the southeast of Europe. On the one hand, it is washed by the vast Adriatic Sea. On the west side, it borders with Croatia, and in the northwest there is a border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. The northeast of Montenegro borders on Serbia and Kosovo, and the southeast on Albania. The climate attracts many tourists, because winters are warm and short. The temperature at this time on the coast does not drop below zero, so it is impossible to freeze here. Summer is hot and dry, which means you can bask in the sun for a long time. Although the beach coast does not occupy such a large territory, there will be enough space for relaxation for everyone.

But not only the beaches attract the attention of tourists. There are many cities in Montenegro, having visited them at least once, you will want to return there again. In addition, a visa will not be required to travel to this country, it is enough to have only a passport. Cities where famous resorts are located can offer tours for every taste. They can be both expensive and cheap. In addition, you can relax alone and with your family.

For starters, you should familiarize yourself with those cities that are closer to the center. All of them are very beautiful, and even having learned everything about them, it will be difficult to make a choice.

The capital of Montenegro, the city of Podgorica, is the place where almost every tourist initially gets, because the international airport is located here. Although there are not many ancient places and cultural institutions, there is still something to see.

This city is quite old and was built in the 15th century. There are many interesting sights in it, among which it is worth noting the Vlaška Church, the Palace of King Nikola, as well as a lot of ancient mansions. This city is famous for the fact that there is one of the holiest places in Montenegro, which is called the Cetinje Monastery. It was first mentioned in the 15th century, however, after this the monastery was destroyed several times and only buildings erected in the 19th century have survived to this day. In addition, in the city you can find a large number of museums, among which it is worth noting the museum at the printing yard.

This beautiful town is located in the heart of the Bjelopavlik Valley. It was founded by Prince Danil, so this city was named in his honor. But the center of all Montenegro was made by King Nicola, who ruled in the 19th century. Today it is more a beautiful province with beautiful architecture and various buildings, rather than a major city. However, despite this, a large number of tourists from different countries come to him.

This is the second largest city after Podgorica, it is considered the key industrial center of the whole country. Above it rises the mountain of Trebera known to the country. Many mountaineering enthusiasts come to Niksic for the Vucie ski center. It has lifts and very gentle slopes that are suitable even for beginners.

One cannot but mention the presence of amazing lakes of natural origin with very clear water. This is Slano and Krupac. There is also an artificial lake Krupachko. There are a lot of fish in it, and therefore a lot of people come here every year for fishing competitions. Also, this city is famous for the Royal Bridge, which is considered the most beautiful in all of Montenegro. You can look at the Turkish fortress of Bedem.

This town is located quite far from the sea, in the north-east of Montenegro, but not far from Podgorica, which is very convenient. This city is especially popular in the winter. After all, the main entertainments here are various winter sports. There are many ski resorts on the territory of the city, however, the Lovka base, which is located on the very slope of Smilevitsa Mountain, is considered the most popular. Here you can go skiing and snowboarding.

In addition to such entertainment, in Berane there are many different historical places. You can visit the Polymsk Archaeological Museum or go to the ancient settlements of Bihoru and Budmili. Orthodox people must visit the Giurgivi Stupovi Monastery, which was built in the VIII century. In addition, it is located only 2 kilometers from the city. Every year in Beran there is a festival called "Hot Winter in the Mountains." At this time, a large number of not only athletes, but also amateurs gather in the mountains.

This city amazes everyone with a lot of greenery. Almost every street is planted with rare specimens of trees, among them there are even eucalyptus trees. Very often this amazing city is called the botanical garden of Montenegro. However, the rarest plants are in the park.Several dozen mimosas grow there. In addition, several popular resorts are located on its territory.

For example, the Igalo resort is perfect for both relaxation and recreation. After all, here you can carry out various procedures not only with the help of mineral waters, but also with therapeutic mud. It is considered one of the largest institutions that are located along the coast. In addition, it is worth noting that almost all the main beaches are concrete, and sandy beaches can be easily reached by water. In addition, here is the very famous Zhanitsa beach.

Not far from it is a real natural miracle of all of Montenegro - the blue cave. You can also go diving here. In addition to this, Herceg Novi also has many different attractions. In the center, you can see old towers or bastions that have been converted to open scenes.

This is the country's main seaport. The city used to be known as Antibarius. It got its name due to the fact that Bari, an Italian city, is located directly opposite. You can get to it by ferry. But in the Bar itself there is something to see. This is a very popular resort. You can go here for walks along the beautiful promenade and excursions to the local aqueduct or the Omerbashich mosque. By the way, there are a lot of orchards and olive groves.

This city is attractive not only for its beaches, but also for its beautiful landscapes. They are very spectacular, so people can walk along the shore for a long time and enjoy the beauty. In addition, Kotor was built during the Roman Empire. However, most of the architectural structures were erected when the city was influenced by the Venetian Republic. On the territory of Kotor is the Old Town. As in many other countries, this is really a unique place, because getting here you will immediately plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.

Many consider this city a transit point, since most vacationers come here. And only after that leaves for the selected resorts. However, those who stayed here for at least one day can see how beautiful he is and is rich in various attractions. For a long time, Tivat practically did not develop, but lately everything has changed.

The resort of Budva, which is located on the Adriatic coast, attracts tourists with its beaches. The most beloved and popular is St. Stephen's Beach. After all, one part of it is covered with red sand, and the second is very large pebbles. There is also a Slavic beach, which begins in the old part of the city. In addition, a large number of attractions are concentrated here.

It is worth noting the Old Budva, the streets of which are lined with paving stones. There are many buildings made in the Venetian style. In addition, here you can find orange alleys, as well as enjoy the views from the bay. Also on the territory of this city is the Citadel, which in ancient times protected the townspeople from raids by the Turks.

This place is considered the "golden pearl" of all Montenegro. A large number of tourists come here and it is not in vain, because its beaches are the best on the entire coast. The beach is completely covered with small pebbles, as well as sand. In addition, on it almost all the slopes are gentle, which attracts a large number of families with children.

Rest here is very calm. You can stroll along the beautiful alleys or just ride scooters or catamarans. In addition, there are a large number of restaurants on the coast serving delicious seafood dishes.In addition, there is a tunnel between Budva and Becici, through which you can get to one of the resorts very quickly, and then return. There is a large water park on the territory of Becici, where there are all the possible attractions, as well as slides, pools and restaurants. Therefore, here you can have a good rest.

Having such a huge choice, it is very difficult to make a choice. Indeed, for different types of recreation, completely different resorts are suitable. For example, Budva is more suitable for young people. Indeed, on its territory there are a large number of clubs and bars that are literally filled with young people. Those who choose Herceg Novi will get a wonderful atmosphere, a lot of romance and tranquility. Although this place is not boring, that sets it apart from other cities. In addition, there is the opportunity to visit various interesting places. But at the same time there are no good beaches nearby.

If you choose the resort of Kotor, you can see not only beautiful views of the bay and mountains, but also get acquainted with the rich historical heritage of this city. There are many bases where you can take walks on the water, make trips by bicycle. However, in Kotor there are a large number of people day and night.

You can stop the choice on Petrovac. Indeed, on its territory there are 3 huge beaches, all objects are very close to each other. There is a pleasant atmosphere here, after almost 11 hours complete silence is established. But at the same time, Petrovac is considered the most crowded resort in all of Montenegro. In addition, even locals come here for the weekend.

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