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Kotor
Tourists to Montenegro will most likely spend the bulk of their
time exploring the little Balkan country's magnificent natural
landscape. From snowy peaks to tall pine forests, from rugged
coastlines to verdant fjords, Montenegro is an outdoor adventure
lover's dream come true.
However, for those looking to get to grips with the culture of
Montenegro, the medieval city of Kotor is certainly the place to
visit. In recent years, as Montenegro swiftly establishes itself as
one of Europe's top tourist destinations, the small coastal city of
Kotor has seen a sharp increase in tourist activity.
It's not hard to see why this should be the case: the gorgeous
surrounding Mediterranean coastline, with its limestone cliffs and
thick vegetation, is punctuated by the historical port of Kotor,
which is itself surrounded by city walls that were built by the
Republic of Venice. In fact, these ramparted and bastioned city
walls - as well as the Venetian-inspired old city - are a
designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, lauded for its role in the
diffusion of Mediterranean culture in the Balkan region.
A small city, with a population of just under 14,000 permanent
inhabitants, Kotor is a wonderful place to navigate on foot,
soaking up the scenery and admiring the medieval buildings. In
terms of tourist sights, the Maritime Museum is a must-visit
attraction, as is the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon (built in 1166)
and the Church of Our Lady of Health, which is located on a small
promontory overlooking Kotor and provides unbeatable views of the
bright blue Adriatic Sea beneath.
Information & Facts
Language
Serbian (very similar to Croatian) is the official
language of Montenegro, although Albanian is commonly used in some
areas. English is widely understood in the capital, Podgorica, and
in the coastal resorts.
Money
The official currency is the Euro (EUR). Visitors entering
Montenegro with more than EUR2, 000 (including travellers cheques or
the equivalent in another currency) should declare the amount on
entry. Without declaration on entry large amounts may be
confiscated on departure. Serbian Dinars are not accepted in
Montenegro and should be exchanged for Euros. There are ATMs, which
accept international bank cards in major cities and towns, and most
of the larger hotels, shops and main restaurants accept Diners
Club, Visa and MasterCard, but American Express cards are less
welcome. Money can be exchanged at the numerous banks in the towns
and cities.