Holidays in Montenegro

Starting the story about Montenegro, first of all, it should be noted that the country did not take any part in the Balkan crisis, so military actions bypassed it.

In 1997, a large group of heads of travel agencies of Ukraine and Russia visited Montenegro, which on the spot made sure that the entire tourist infrastructure of the coast was preserved. The sea and beaches are in excellent condition. In 1991, Montenegro was proclaimed as a country of clean, untouched and protected nature.

Nature in Montenegro is a unique combination of warm sea, high mountains covered with pine forests and mild Mediterranean climate. Special charm is added by legends of medieval cities with fortress walls and towers, small cozy squares and narrow winding streets. Here you can find the heritage of a variety of eras and cultures - Roman, Greek, Byzantine and even Islamic.

A stunning impression is made by the unique island-hotel Sveti Stefan. In the past, there was a fishing settlement, which at the same time was a fortress that protected against pirates. Over time, the fishermen's houses were converted into hotel rooms, which managed to preserve their former flavor. Yachts in Montenegro were replaced by small fishing boats. Not surprisingly, it was here that Elizabeth Taylor, Indira Gandhi, Peter Ustinov and Sophia Loren rested.

The way from Podgorica to the town of Baru runs through the mountains, as well as a large olive grove, which has about 600 thousand trees, the oldest of them is more than 2000 years old. Despite its age, the tree still bears fruit. For lovers of antiquities in Bar well preserved ruins of castles and fortresses. The new city is located on the shore of a picturesque bay with crystal clear water and good beaches.

One of the sunniest places in Montenegro can be called the ancient city of Budva, which is also a resort with magnificent beaches. The old town, fenced by massive walls, is rugged by narrow streets with many cafes, restaurants, shops and fish taverns. By the way, renting a car in Montenegro is not a problem, so you can travel around the country easily and comfortably. And in summer, when the whole of Budva turns into a kind of open-air theater, a free train delivers tourists to the modern resort of Becici, awarded in 1936 the Grand Prix for the best beaches in Europe.

In Montenegro, travelers are waiting for a sunny land with sandy and pebble beaches, crystal clear sea, stunning medieval architecture and, most importantly, sociable and friendly people.