Greetings, dear travelers and lovers of tourism. In previous articles, we have detailed how attractive Montenegro is – a description of the country helps to form an opinion about it for tourism and wealthy travel. However, its resorts are so diverse and unique that it is difficult to give complete information within the framework of one text. Therefore, we supplement our knowledge with useful data.
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Dry facts
First, let’s study the classical description of Montenegro from encyclopedic sources. The country is located in the west of the Balkan Peninsula, washed by the Adriatic Sea. More than 41% of the total area is forests and nature reserves. Despite the small area, less than 14 thousand km², the total length of the coastal zone is 73 km. in Montenegro, according to the description of the country , there are several climatic zones. The weather is warm and humid along the coast.
In official photos, most often there are views of beaches and mountains. In fact, most of the continental zone is left by plains with small elevations. The mountain range is a natural protection of the coast from the continental climate. Due to this, the temperature even in winter rarely drops below +5°C.
For greater clarity, the map is being studied. Every tourist who has bought a holiday tour should know the following facts:
- Unofficially, the main resort is Budva . It attracts tourists with its developed infrastructure, numerous entertainments and good European quality of services.
- Currency – Euro. You can exchange rubles, dollars, hryvnias at any bank branch.
- There are two airports – in Tivat and Podgorica . Tourist flights most often arrive in the first.
- Most of the beaches are pebbly. But there are several sandy ones, in particular – in Becici .
- The main water arteries are the Tara and Pivo rivers, Skadar Lake.
An independence referendum was held in 2006, resulting in over 55% of voters voting in favor of sovereignty. Since that time, the development of the tourism business began. Before that, photos and descriptions of the territory were common, without recreational features.
The state includes 21 communities, the population according to 2016 was 620 thousand people. Most of them are Montenegrins and Serbs. Due to its geography, the country has become a popular resort in Europe.
Interesting information about the country
In history, both old and new, there are many informative facts. It is this tourist region that is attractive to travelers. Many facts are not confirmed, which makes Montenegro mysterious for tourists and independent travelers. In this collection, we have compiled the top most interesting cases.
What tourists need to know about the country:
- In 1955, on Mogren Beach in Budva , a white shark attacked a local resident. Its length was 6 meters.
- It is forbidden to drive in a taxi while intoxicated. For this violation, the driver can be fined.
- The territory of Montenegro is the smallest in comparison with other countries on the Balkan Peninsula.
- The total number of beaches, both sandy and pebbly, is 117.
- For a winter holiday, it is recommended to choose the resort of Zabljak , which is the highest mountain in the Balkans.
- The highest bridge for cars in Europe – Dzhurdzhevich .
- The McDonald’s fast food chain has been banned at the government level.
The bottom of Lake Skadar is located several meters below sea level. But this does not affect the nature and fauna of the reserve in any way. In the description and photos of the territory of Montenegro, in addition to the beaches and coastline, you can find river and lake resorts.
The narrowest street is located in the city of Kotor . Two people can hardly pass on it, which is why it received the name “Let’s pass.”
Main Attractions
In addition to a beach holiday, you can choose one of the excursion programs. Montenegro is famous for its historical and modern sights, the description of the country indicates this in the description and in the photo, in advertising booklets and brochures. It is recommended to get acquainted with the most interesting tourist sites.
Where, besides the beach, you can have fun:
- Saint Stephen Island. Closed resort but with accessible public beaches.
- Old Town in Budva . This is a fortress quarter located on the coast.
- Skadar lake. The largest natural reservoir in Montenegro, which is a reserve.
- Ostrog Monastery. The main Orthodox shrine.
- Bay of Kotor . In the old days it was used as a shelter for ships during storms and storms at sea.
- Tara river canyon, the deepest in Europe.
These are just some of the attractions. You can visit them as part of excursion programs or on your own. In the latter case, it is recommended to rent a car. In Montenegro, every tourist will find the best place for a relaxing or active holiday.
Why is it worth visiting this country for a holiday? The main advantage is the prices for services and traditional Balkan hospitality. You can choose the best resort for an active or relaxing vacation, restore health in hospitals, visit interesting excursions and sights.