Kotor

Kotor

Montenegro is a country with deep blue sea, crystal clear rivers, mountains that reach the sky, dense forests, and beautiful lakes. It is bordered on the southeast by Albania. On the south, it is separated from Italy by the Adriatic Sea. Its western neighbors are the former Yugoslav republics of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The old town of Kotor is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in this area of the Mediterranean. It has succeeded in maintaining its original form, typical of towns from the 12th-14th centuries. The only car in the old walled section is a replica of a small Fiat Cinquecento with a mini-trailer, used to collect the trash. The narrow streets and squares, along with numerous medieval monuments, helped earn Kotor a place on UNESCO's World Heritage list.

Shopping

Shopping in Kotor offers endless possibilities. The Old Town shopping area is within walking distance of the pier with stores and souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants. Many shops close for the obligatory lunchtime between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tourist-oriented shops usually stay open throughout the day.

Food

In order to get to the heart of Montenegro you should try the national specialties. On the coast, enjoy dishes prepared with olive oil and eaten with the ever-present olives and wine. European sea bass and other fish, crabs, oysters and squid are prepared with olive oil and a lot of spices. After a delicious meal you can try domestic liquors, such as brandies "Lozova rakija" and "Kruna", or top quality red wines "Vranac". "Vranac Pro Cordem" is a new generation of top quality red wines. "Krstac" is a white Montenegrin wine. A favorite drink in Montenegro is the unique Niksicko Beer.

Currency

The local currency is the euro.

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