Ada Boyana in Montenegro: description of beaches, island features

Ada Bojana is a picturesque island in Montenegro and a beach of the same name, a kind of nudist Mecca of Europe, where about a thousand tourists can rest at the same time.

The island of Ada Boyana is located in the south of Montenegro, at the mouth of the picturesque Boyana river. The triangular-shaped island was formed by artificial means. In 1858, on this place, the sailing ship Merito was thrown onto a small sandbank by a storm, river waters brought silt and sand here for a long time, and over time an artificial island of impressive size was formed, which is washed on two sides by the river, and on the third by the Adriatic Sea.

Translated from Turkish, ada is an island, and the second part is the name of the river that washes it. The area of ​​the island is 4.8 square kilometers... It is famous for its beautiful nature and a spacious beach with amazing healing sand. It is here that the famous Montenegrin beach for nudists is located. There will definitely be a place here for vacationers who do not like to be completely naked in public.

The island is located in the southeast of Montenegro, 25 km from the city of Ulcinj, near the state border with Albania. You cannot find historical sights here, you need to go to the mainland for them.

Ada Bojana is a natural protected area with mild climatic conditions typical for most of the Adriatic. The swimming season for tourists starts from mid-May. By the beginning of July, the sea heats up to + 24 ° C.

The maximum temperature of water and air is observed on the island in August. At the same time, a light breeze emanating from the Adriatic Sea makes staying on the beach pleasant even in hot weather. The mild climatic conditions on Ada Bojana are perfect for the growth of various plants. On the insular part of the country, you can enjoy a variety of rare species of shrubs and trees.

Ada Bojana is the only official nudist resort in Montenegro. You can swim, sunbathe on the beach and walk around the territory here absolutely without clothes, and local vacationers are happy about this. The beach is 3 kilometers long and its width varies from 50 to 150 meters. The beach is famous for its soft, fine sand without the presence of pebbles.

In 1973, a nudist village was built on the island. This event helped the island become famous far beyond Montenegro. Lovers of exotic holidays are always welcome on the island. To think that Ada Bojana is famous only for nudism is a delusion. The island also has standard beaches for classic swimmers.

Another advantage of staying on the island is that the water here warms up very quickly. This is facilitated by the gentle entrance to the sea. For this reason, the swimming season here lasts almost until the beginning of November.

The sea near the island is generally warmer than near the mainland. Closer to the place of confluence with the cool and fresh water of Boyana, it is cooler, but further, in the sea part of the beach, it becomes warmer and warmer. The flora and fauna around the beach is very diverse, which pleases the eye of tourists who prefer to soak up the sun amidst untouched nature.

The beach is pretty well maintained and kept clean. Only occasionally are there pebble zones in which the sea is deeper. An atmosphere of complete unity with nature reigns on the beach. In some places the beach is covered with small corals and shells. The sand of the local beach is enriched with minerals. It is widely used for the prevention and treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, muscular system, and even infertility.

The total area of ​​the beach is 350 hectares, which is enough for a one-time accommodation of about 1000 people. Even in high season, the beach has enough room for vacationers, it is never densely packed with tourists.

There are areas with paid umbrellas and sun loungers, as well as large areas for free relaxation "savage". The beach has cabanas, beach showers, volleyball courts and a café for snacks and refreshments.

The silence and serenity that prevails on the beach make your vacation unforgettable. You can enjoy incredibly colorful sunsets, when the sky merges with the sea, and the sun seems to plunge into the water. This is a magnificent sight! For supporters of the classic beach holiday in swimsuits, a separate area is set aside on the beach. Of course, its size is significantly less than the territory for nudists, but this makes it possible to rest for different categories of tourists without interfering with each other.

In addition to the small one-story houses of the local population, on the territory of Ada Boyana there is a complex of two-star cozy cottages with air conditioning, shower, internet and good food.

In addition, vacationers accustomed to more comfortable conditions can settle in four-star hotels with quality service and excellent three meals a day. On the island, closer to the river, there is small fishing village with old wooden huts and small family cafes with national dishes from the freshest fish and seafood, there is even a small market.

There are also small bungalows on the island with varying levels of comfort. A specialty of Ada Bojana are the hotels specially designed for nudists. On their territory, guests are allowed to walk completely naked.

Such hotels are very popular among adherents of free recreation. For supporters of clothing without clothes, organized and large auto-camping. On its territory you can also go in for sports, go to the local store without clothes. And this is not condemned. For those vacationers who are not ready to completely abandon the benefits of the civilized world, Ada Bojana has free Wi-Fi.

Tourists vacationing on the island can use the services of one restaurant and several cafes. There you can taste a variety of fish and seafood dishes. All dishes are the freshest, from freshly caught river and sea products. You should definitely try the "zest" of local cuisine - the national fish soup "chorba".

Ada Bojana is an island with a well-developed infrastructure. Vacationers can find everything they need on it without even leaving the island. The island has enough entertainment for every taste - from lazy beach holidays to extreme sports. Ada Bojana has excellent conditions for kitesurfing. Several schools have even been established on the island to teach this sport.

Experienced instructors will share their knowledge with beginners. Some of the instructors are fluent in Russian. Fans of outdoor activities can rent a gyro scooter or go horseback riding. Even if you have never ridden a horse, this is not a reason to deny yourself the pleasure. There is a riding school on Ada Bojana. At the same time, everyone can attend nude horse riding lessons. It should be noted that it is the only place in Europe where naked horse riding is permitted.

You can get to the island by taxi from the nearest town - Ulcinj, it will cost about 10 euros. The journey takes about 20 minutes. If you plan to return to the mainland on the same day, it is advisable to arrange a return transfer with the taxi driver. The most convenient way to get there is by car. It should be noted that entrance and entry to the island are paid only if you are not staying at a hotel on the island.

When entering Ada Bojana by car, you will have to pay 6 euros. Entrance - 2 euros per person. When entering by car, the payment for each passenger is no longer charged. Therefore, it will be cheaper to travel by car, especially if there are 3 or more people in the cabin. Moreover, parking on the island is free. And you can park wherever you want, there are no prohibitions.

There are many positive reviews about the island of Ada Boyana, especially from picky tourists. Vacationers celebrate favorable weather conditions, stunning fine sand, a well-groomed beach and gentle entry into the water, which is very convenient for families with children.

Adherents of an active lifestyle also love to visit the island, as there is a wide range of active entertainment on the island - from horseback riding to sailing surfing. It should also be noted that the island has ideal conditions for a quiet rest for nudists.No one bothers them, the security carefully monitors that no one spies on or photographs the rest.

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