(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

Montenegro, the pearl of the Mediterranean, unique in many ways, is situated in the south of the Adriatic. Nowhere else can you find, so much natural wealth, beauty, mild beaches, clear lakes, fast rivers, and gorgeous mountains in such a compact area as in Montenegro. In the morning you can wake up along the beautiful Adriatic coast, have lunch on the banks of Skadar Lake, and enjoy an evening walk in the Montenegrin mountains. Montenegro cannot leave you indifferent.

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

Not only an excellent choice for holidays, Montenegro has many other remarkable characteristics: history, culture, tradition, good weather conditions, clean air, beautiful nature, the blue Adriatic Sea.... Everyone should visit Montenegro. This little country combines features of both the Balkans and the Mediterranean, near Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Italy and Albania. Despite its small size, Montenegro offers great diversity and abundant natural beauty. Don't forget to take your camera to capture the dream-like grandeur of every view in Montenegro. You won't need to stage your photos; just click and capture the most beautiful photos from your holidays in your album.

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

Montenegro is certainly one of the most interesting spots in the world. Even though it covers only 14,000 km2 and has about 670,000 citizens, its contribution to the cultural heritage of the world is impressive, considering its size.... Montenegro is a southern European and Mediterranean country. It is one of the most southern European states, adjacent to the southern Adriatic Sea. About 500 km from Rome; 1,500 km from Paris, and Berlin; and about 2,000 km west from Moscow; Montenegro lies on the Balkan Peninsula in the very heart of Europe.

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

(Montenegro) – Visiting pearl of the Mediterranean

Top 5 must visit places in Montenegro

1. DURMITOR - NATIONAL PARK

There is 4 National Parks in Montenegro, but one of them attract many tourist, because of amazing nature beauty. This is National Park Durmitor. On the North part of Montenegro, Durmitor represent untouched nature, with many attractions and possibilities for active tourism.

(Montenegro) - Durmitor - National Park

Hiking, Biking, Mountaineering, Walking, Swimming, Skiing, Bungee Jumping, Rafting, ... are only part of the activities in which you can enjoy in Durmitor. Domestic food and specialties are also part of offer in which you will enjoy the fresh evenings.

(Montenegro) - Durmitor - National Park

(Montenegro) - Durmitor - National Park

2. Tivat - Porto Montenegro

Borne out of the vision of its chief investor, Canadian businessman Peter Munk, Porto Montenegro‟s state-of-the-art marina utilises the existing infrastructure of the former Yugoslav naval facility upon which it is built. It will feature 630 berths for yachts, including the largest superyachts, and will provide the highest level of service and amenities for vessels of all sizes – including nearby dry-dock and repair facilities. In addition, the development will create a vibrant coastal community of waterfront residences, hotels and restaurants, shopping, water sports and leisure facilities.

(Montenegro) - Tivat - Porto Montenegro

But this is just a part of the story – the rest is the destination itself. Porto Montenegro lies within one of the world‟s most idyllic nautical playgrounds: the Bay of Kotor. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Bay of Kotor is Europe‟s southernmost fjord and the largest natural harbour in the eastern Mediterranean.

(Montenegro) - Tivat - Porto Montenegro

"Yachts are getting bigger and bigger and people are complaining that they can't find proper berths for them. That's no problem in Tivat. It used to cater to warships." Peter Munk, Chief Investor, Porto Montenegro.

(Montenegro) - Tivat - Porto Montenegro

Tivat and Porto Montenegro will provide high level tourism service, and you will for sure enjoy in NEW "Monaco" on the Mediterranean.

(Montenegro) - Tivat - Porto Montenegro

 3. Perast - Boka Bay

Perast is one of the most beautiful little places in Boka Bay, few kilometers from Kotor. Perast is a wonderful old town, with wonderful old architecture. You will enjoy in many old churchs, but one of the biggest attraction is for sure : Our Lady of the Rock (Gospa od Skrpjela), little island in Boka Bay, with amazing church and museum. Every few minutes, there is small taxi boats that will take you to this unforgettable place.

(Montenegro) - Perast - Boka Bay

Many small restarurants on the Perast coast will offer you great fish specialities. This is for sure, one of the TOP places in this part of Europe. You will enjoy the magnificent natural beauty of the southernmost fjord - Bay of Kotor. Amazing mountains that surround the bay, the old architecture, the smell of the sea, ... Perast is MUST visit place for every tourist who visit Montenegro.

(Montenegro) - Perast - Boka Bay

(Montenegro) - Perast - Boka Bay

4. Skadarsko / Skadar Lake - NATIONAL PARK

Skadar/Scadar/Scutari Lake is located in the so called Zeta-Skadar valley that partly belongs to the municipality of the city of Bar and partly to the municipality of the city of Podgorica. Indescribable and in many ways unique, with the size of 391km2, it is the larges lake on the Balkan Peninsula. Driving through the newly build Sozina tunnel, the lake is only a short 20 minute drive away from the Adriatic Sea. The river Bojana creates a connection between Skadar/Scadar/Scutari Lake and the Adriatic Sea though a large mountain massive that separates the two. Two thirds of the lake belongs to Montenegro, while one third belongs to the Republic of Albania. The Montenegrin part of the lake, at a size of 40000 hectares, was declared a National Park in 1983.

(Montenegro) - Skadar Lake

(Montenegro) - Skadar Lake

The region of Skadar/Scadar/Scutari Lake is an area the visitors and tourist to Montenegro must come to see to believe that such a place of natural beauty indeed exists. It is a very attractive destination because of its natural richness, ease of access both from land and sea, and because the conditions are here to meet all types of tourism throughout the entire year: bird watching, excursions to visit cultural-historical monuments, speleologist research, sport-recreational, events and festival, cruising and many more. The sea, the lake and mountains are all located in a circumference of 150km, and offer a variety that can accommodate the tastes and wishes of all guest and tourist.

(Montenegro) - Skadar Lake

(Montenegro) - Skadar Lake

(Montenegro) - Skadar Lake

5. Sveti Stefan - Budva

One of the most famous and prestigious places in Montenegro – Sveti Stefan (St Stephen) is located only 15 minutes drive from Budva. Sveti Stefan is certainly one of the tourist icons of Montenegro. It's no wonder, when you visit this beautiful place you'll immediately feel why Sophia Loren, Sylvester Stallone, Queen Elizabeth II and many other celebrities, just chose Sveti Stefan for your favorite place to vacation.

(Montenegro) - Sveti Stefan - Budva

(Montenegro) - Sveti Stefan - Budva

It's a place that will take your breath away. 

(Montenegro) - Sveti Stefan - Budva

(Montenegro) - Sveti Stefan - Budva

(Montenegro Travel, Visit Montenegro)