Steep rocky mountains, charming medieval villages, pink sandy beaches ... all this is in Montenegro. A small but cozy piece of Europe, a tiny Balkan country on the Adriatic coast combines a long history and modern dynamic culture. Local luxurious beaches, long winding streets and magnificent buildings conquer and fascinate tourists.
The landscape here is very diverse: from the flat coast to the rocky mountains and dense forests. These places have many secrets and mysteries that you definitely should not ignore.
10 most beautiful places in Montenegro according to most-beauty.ru
1
Budva
One of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic coast is the city of Budva, which is already over 2,500 years old!
A mixture of historical sights and coastal charm captivates the hearts of residents and visitors wishing to explore this place. The Budva Riviera ideally combines climatic conditions and developed infrastructure for a comfortable holiday on the coast. Sun baths, warm waters and golden sand - all this you will find on the most famous beach of Montenegro - Mogren, which can be reached from the Old Town.
The overwhelming majority of local residents are Orthodox, so there are a lot of churches and temples in the city that anyone can visit. Numerous church buildings are scattered throughout the coast and fit perfectly into the surrounding nature. The square in front of the Santa Maria del Punta church, for example, offers breathtaking views of the coast.
The economy is dominated by tourism. The local places seem to be created specifically for visitors. Luxury hotels and hotels in the best European traditions.
Do you know that Montenegro is one of the youngest states in the world? If not, then more on this at thebiggest.ru there is a very interesting article.
2
Kotor Old Town
One of the administrative parts of Montenegro, the old town of Kotor is protected by UNESCO and is the center of the community of Kotor.
The city is famous for magnificent temples and churches. Among them, Kotor Cathedral is one of only two Roman Catholic cathedrals in all of Montenegro.
The climate is mild, July is considered the best time to visit, when the air temperature stably keeps at 25-28 degrees. Kotor also attracts visitors with its bright carnivals. About 30 thousand tourists visit the annual festival “Kotor International Summer Carnival” or “Bokelska Night”!
By the way, on our site most-beauty.ru there is a fascinating article about the most beautiful carnivals in the world.
3
Ostrog Monastery
Carved almost completely in the cliff, the magnificent white Ostrog Monastery is the most significant place for the Orthodox in Montenegro, attracting countless visitors every year. In the temple are the relics of St. Basil of Ostrog, who was its founder.
The construction is considered as a kind of miracle, because no one until the end understands how it was built between two large caves. For many centuries this place has been a symbol of faith for pilgrims and tourists. You can get to the monastery by regular bus or by car yourself.
Do not miss the opportunity to visit this unique monastery while exploring the wonders of Montenegro.
4
Herceg Novi
The city at the foot of Mount Orjen Herceg Novi, due to its uneven terrain, is called the "city of a thousand steps." Narrow winding streets for hiking and cycling prevail here.
However, the city is famous not only for this. There are a huge number of historical attractions and architectural masterpieces. We advise you to visit the most famous tourist sites - Savinsky Monastery, Naval Fortress, Bloody Tower.
Near the center of Herceg Novi there is a small fishing village Rose, where tourists are delivered by boat or boat. Residents will teach you all the subtleties of fishing art. Fresh seafood is served at every local restaurant.
5
Perast
The small but cozy town of Perast is famous for its far from natural beauties and ancient ruins. The most famous places to visit here are the Island of St. George and the Island of Gospa od Shkrpela, better known as the “Madonna on the Reef”. According to one of the local legends, in 1452 two fishermen found an image of the Virgin Mary near this place, so the island got its name.
A large number of palaces in the city due to its centuries-old history. It so happened that all the indigenous people of Perast belong to 12 famous families.
Each noble family had its own coat of arms, flag and estate. Now these buildings are historical family museums.
6
Tara River Canyon
The picturesque gorge along the Tara River is 80 kilometers long and 1,300 meters deep. This magnificent canyon is located in the Durmitor National Park and is the best option for mountain tourism in Montenegro.
All lovers of rafting gather here, because Tara is a fast and turbulent river.
The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To study it completely in a day or even on a weekend is almost impossible. For guests of the Canyon, all conditions are created for sightseeing from a bird's eye view.
Since 1937, the famous Dzhurdzhevich bridge has been operating here, which connects the south and north of the country.
7
Tivat
The city of Tivat, located on the Vrmac peninsula, was previously a naval base. Now this place has become a real tourist paradise. The main mode of transport on the peninsula is marine. There are 17 magnificent beaches with beautiful clear water and beautiful landscapes.
The basis of the Tivat economy is international tourism. That is why most of the local population earn excursions and rental housing.
Among the attractions worth highlighting is the island of Mikholsk Prevlaka, better known as the Island of Flowers. Here is the most famous botanical garden in Montenegro.
In summer, the city hosts vibrant events such as the Bokel Olympics and the Summer Tivat Festival.
8
Ulcinj
The southernmost city of Montenegro Ulcinj is the administrative center of the eponymous district. One of the oldest cities along the Adriatic coast offers visitors gorgeous beaches, luxurious sunsets and a wide, comfortable street for hiking and cycling.
The town owes its popularity to a unique natural phenomenon - a black sand beach. Fans of unusual photos should not miss this place! And also in the city there is another unusual beach, which few tourists know about. This beach is called "female", because it is here that thousands of fair women come here annually to treat infertility.
Ancient monuments and architectural buildings are scattered throughout the city, but their greatest concentration is in the Old Town, better known as Stari Grad.
Local residents claim that it is in Ulcinj that the most delicious natural coffee is brewed.
9
Resort Sveti Stefan
About 6 kilometers southeast of Budva is the small surreal island of Sveti Stefan. Its peculiarity is its connection with the mainland by a narrow isthmus, which appeared as a result of gravel reclamation. This is a unique natural phenomenon!
A wonderful mixture of cobbled streets, pink beaches, cozy houses with colored roofs. Here is the famous five-star hotel Aman Resorts. At one time, visitors to the hotel were such famous personalities as Sophia Loren, Sylvester Stallone, Bobby Fischer and others.
The most popular local beach is Queen's Beach, which impresses visitors for many years. Also, most-beauty.ru advises you to sign up for a boat tour around Sveti Stefan.
10
Skadar Lake
Among the most beautiful places in Montenegro, the largest lake of the Balkan Peninsula is Skader. This picturesque place in the Mediterranean since 1983 has been protected by a national park. Its crystal clear waters, majestic mountain peaks and vast meadows amaze with beauty.
Excursions in the area include a boat or yacht cruise on the waterways, walking tours of the fortresses of the nearby town and much more. From the upper points of the area, wonderful views of the sights of the whole country, including the famous bend in the shape of a horseshoe formed by the Rijeka-Kronoevich river before falling into Lake Skadar, open up.
Finally
In the photo: Cliff Roche, near the city of Petrovac.
So our list of the most beautiful places in Montenegro has come to an end. Of course, it can be continued for a very, very long time. But we expect from you lively comments about those places of this beautiful country that you liked. Or those places that you really want to visit.
And below we place several more attractions of Montenegro, not included in the main list: