The most popular and beautiful cities in 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 huge Adriatic Sea. On the west side, it borders on Croatia, and on the north-west there is the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. The northeast of Montenegro is bordered by Serbia and Kosovo, and the southeast by Albania. The climate attracts many tourists as 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. Summers are 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 place for recreation for everyone.

But it's not just the beaches that attract the attention of tourists. There are many cities in Montenegro, after visiting which at least once, you will want to return there again. In addition, you do not need a visa to travel to this country, you only need to have a passport. Cities with famous resorts can offer tours for all tastes. They can be both expensive and cheap. In addition, you can relax alone or with your family.

To begin with, it is worth familiarizing yourself with those cities that are closer to the center. They are all very beautiful, and even after learning everything about them, it will be difficult to make a choice.

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

This city is quite old and was built in the 15th century. It contains many interesting sights, among which it is worth noting the Vlašskaya 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 that the monastery was repeatedly destroyed and only buildings erected in the 19th century have survived to this day. In addition, on the territory of 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 Danila, therefore this city was named in his honor. But the center of all Montenegro was made by King Nikola, who ruled in the 19th century. Today it is more of a beautiful province with beautiful architecture and various buildings, rather than a large city. However, despite this, a large number of tourists from different countries come to it.

It is the second largest city after Podgorica and is considered the key industrial center of the entire country. Mount Trebier, famous in the country, rises above it. Many mountaineers come to Niksic in the Vuchje ski center. It has both lifts and very gentle slopes that are suitable even for beginners.

It is impossible not to mention the presence of amazing natural lakes with very clean water. This is Slano and Krupac. There is also an artificial lake Krupachko. There are a lot of fish in it and therefore many people come here every year for fishing competitions. Also, this city is famous for the Tsar's Bridge, which is considered the most beautiful in all of Montenegro. You can see the Turkish fortress 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 winter. After all, the main entertainment here is various winter sports. There are many ski resorts on the territory of the city, however, the most popular is the Lovke base, which is located on the very slope of Mount Smilevitsa. Here you can go snowboarding and skiing.

In addition to such entertainments, there are many different historical sites on the territory of Berane. You can visit the Polim Archaeological Museum or go to the ancient settlements of Bihoru and Budmili. Orthodox people should definitely visit the Djurdjevi Stupovi Monastery, which was built in the 8th century. In addition, it is located just 2 kilometers from the city. Every year in Berane there is a festival called "Hot winter in the mountains". At this time, a large number of not only athletes, but also amateurs come to the mountains.

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

For example, the Igalo resort is perfect for both recreation and health improvement. 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 should be noted that almost all the main beaches are concrete, and sandy beaches can be easily reached by water. In addition, the very famous Zanitsa beach is located here.

Not far from it there is a real natural wonder of the whole Montenegro - the blue cave. You can also go diving here. In addition, in - Herceg Novi there are many different sights. In the very center, you can see old towers or bastions, which have been converted into open stages.

This is the main seaport of the country. Previously, the city was known as Antibarium. 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 the Bar itself has something to see. It is a very popular resort. You can go here for walks along the beautiful embankment and excursions to the local aqueduct or the Omerbasic mosque. By the way, there are a lot of orchards and olive groves here.

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 coast for a long time and admire the beauty. In addition, Kotor was built during the Roman Empire. However, most of the architectural structures were erected when the city was under the influence of the Venetian Republic. The Old Town is located on the territory of Kotor. As in many other countries, this is a truly unique place, because when you get here, you immediately plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.

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

The resort of Budva, which is located on the very coast of the Adriatic, attracts tourists with its beaches. The most favorite and popular is the Sveti Stefan Beach. After all, one part of it is covered with red sand, and the other - with very large pebbles. Also here is the Slavic beach, which begins in the old part of the city. In addition, a large number of attractions are concentrated here.

It is also worth noting Old Budva, whose streets are paved with paving stones. There are many Venetian-style buildings there. In addition, here you can find orange alleys, as well as admire the opening view from the bay. Also on the territory of this city is the Citadel, which in the old days protected the townspeople from the raids of the Turks.

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

Rest here is very calm. You can walk along the beautiful alleys or just ride scooters or catamarans. In addition, there are a large number of restaurants on the coast, where delicious seafood dishes are prepared.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. On the territory of Becici there is a large water park, where there are all possible attractions, as well as slides, pools and restaurants. Therefore, you can have a good rest here.

With such a huge selection, it is very difficult to deal with the choice. After all, completely different resorts are suitable for different types of recreation. For example, Budva is more suitable for young people. Indeed, on its territory there are a large number of clubs and bars, which are literally filled with young people. Those who choose Herceg Novi will receive a wonderful atmosphere, a lot of romance and tranquility. Although this place is not boring at all, which makes it stand out from the background of other cities. In addition, there is an 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 here where you can take walks on the water, make cycling trips. However, a large number of people are in Kotor both day and night.

You can opt for Petrovac. Indeed, there are 3 huge beaches on its territory, all objects are very close to each other. There is a pleasant atmosphere here, almost after 11 o'clock 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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