Montenegro
Lord Byron, one of the eminent British romantic poets of the 19th century, eloquently depicted Montenegro as follows:
“When the Earth was born, a breathtaking encounter between land and sea must have occurred on the Montenegrin coast. In the act of scattering nature’s pearls, this terrain was generously bestowed with handfuls of them.”
Affordable Tourism Periods
Montenegro stands as a captivating travel destination for numerous reasons. Ideal seasons for travelers with affordable prices are from March to June and from late August to November. During these periods, most tourists find the opportunity to spend cheaper holidays in famous attractions such as Herceg Novi, Budva, Kotor, St Stefani, Bar and Ulcinj. During the spring months of March to June, you’ll discover an abundance of splendid apartments offering fantastic sea views at affordable rates.
In the summer season, Montenegro transforms into a ‘high-quality Majorca’ destination, offering reasonable prices for European tourists.
The centerpiece of attraction is the awe-inspiring Gulf of Kotor, the longest fjord in southern Europe, where the Adriatic Sea has carved deeply into the mountains, giving rise to the ancient town of Perast. Additionally, along the renowned resorts of Budva and Ulcinj, you’ll find lengthy, sandy beaches.
Montenegro’s Travel Highlights:
♦ In the 15th century, the Montenegrin coast was influenced by Venice and somewhat by the Habsburgs, leading to the development of remarkable small towns like Kotor, Perast, Herceg Novi, Budva, and Ulcinj.
♦ The mountainous hinterland forms a spectacular backdrop for beach vacations.
♦ Plunge into the crystal waters of a beach amongst these 117 and you will take just another unforgettable memory from this captivating little state. Ulcinj’s Velika Plaza, which spans 13 kilometers in length and 60 meters in width is sandy and backed by a shaded park. Miraculously the only beach on the sandy coast of the eastern Adriatic.
♦ Cruise the largest lake in Europe with over 270 bird species at what is arguably one of the most important wetlands for migratory birds.
♦ Visit Boka Kotorska Bay the most picturesque, largest and unique in all of the Mediterranean! This is where the unique marriage of ethics and aesthetics which so defines Montenegro comes together.
♦ Given its small size – covering 13,812 square kilometers (or a generous 5,332 sq mile) at an average elevation of just below two thousand meters above sea level – it is easily reachable by automobile from almost any place and fairly quickly. The landscape, however, exhibits remarkable diversity: lofty, rugged mountains intermingled with profound ravines alternate with expansive plains and a captivating coastline. Drawing parallels, one might liken this to Switzerland, the lakes of northern Italy, and Majorca. The vegetation also transitions with elevation, enhancing the country’s allure. Indeed, Montenegro stands among the most exquisite countries in the Mediterranean.
Summing up, Montenegro offers an exotic and breathtakingly beautiful setting, particularly appealing to Western and Northern European travelers. It encompasses all the essential prerequisites for a dream-like beach vacation:
• Astonishing beaches, including sandy expanses like Velika Plaza in Ulcinj.
• Pristine and transparent seawater.
• An unspoiled and stunning landscape.
• A pleasant climate characterized by abundant sunshine and warmth. The coastal climate of Montenegro mirrors the classic Mediterranean pattern with mild winters and hot, arid summers.
♦ Coastal Region: This portion stretches along the 293-kilometer-long Montenegrin Riviera, which borders the Adriatic Sea. ■
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