My Vacation to Montenegro

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[{"address":"Herceg Novi","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.45754597885915,"longitude":18.537757700342326},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F12.png?alt=media&token=d3e40920-6fd4-4e1a-8e56-081b91414bc6"},{"type":"text","content":"At the extreme opposite end, the coastal city of Herceg Novi sits very close to the Bosnian and Croatian border at the entrance of the bay. Like most towns of a certain age in this part of Europe, Herceg Novi has a turbulent history of conquest and ruin.\n\nHerceg Novi means ‘New Castle’, and the town is recognized for its Ottoman-built Kula Fortress, Bosnian-built Sea Fortress, and of course the Spanish Fortress, all of which tower above the pretty beaches and harbors. To top it off, there’s an Austrian clock tower in the center of the old town.\n\nHerceg Novi was a popular holiday resort in Yugoslav times. It’s less touristy now but still buzzes during the summer festival season. While here, be sure to wander the colorful docks and the beautiful Pet Danica promenade that runs the entire length of the seafront.\n"},{"type":"audio","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2FHerceg%20Novi.m4a?alt=media&token=bc39ad3c-4323-44a3-970d-b88dd2f5b57c"}]},{"address":"Herceg Novi","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.45754597885915,"longitude":18.537757700342326},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F12.png?alt=media&token=d3e40920-6fd4-4e1a-8e56-081b91414bc6"},{"type":"text","content":"At the extreme opposite end, the coastal city of Herceg Novi sits very close to the Bosnian and Croatian border at the entrance of the bay. Like most towns of a certain age in this part of Europe, Herceg Novi has a turbulent history of conquest and ruin.\n\nHerceg Novi means ‘New Castle’, and the town is recognized for its Ottoman-built Kula Fortress, Bosnian-built Sea Fortress, and of course the Spanish Fortress, all of which tower above the pretty beaches and harbors. To top it off, there’s an Austrian clock tower in the center of the old town.\n\nHerceg Novi was a popular holiday resort in Yugoslav times. It’s less touristy now but still buzzes during the summer festival season. While here, be sure to wander the colorful docks and the beautiful Pet Danica promenade that runs the entire length of the seafront.\n"}]},{"address":"Herceg Novi","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.45754597885915,"longitude":18.537757700342326},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F12.png?alt=media&token=d3e40920-6fd4-4e1a-8e56-081b91414bc6"},{"type":"text","content":"At the extreme opposite end, the coastal city of Herceg Novi sits very close to the Bosnian and Croatian border at the entrance of the bay. Like most towns of a certain age in this part of Europe, Herceg Novi has a turbulent history of conquest and ruin.\n\nHerceg Novi means ‘New Castle’, and the town is recognized for its Ottoman-built Kula Fortress, Bosnian-built Sea Fortress, and of course the Spanish Fortress, all of which tower above the pretty beaches and harbors. To top it off, there’s an Austrian clock tower in the center of the old town.\n\nHerceg Novi was a popular holiday resort in Yugoslav times. It’s less touristy now but still buzzes during the summer festival season. While here, be sure to wander the colorful docks and the beautiful Pet Danica promenade that runs the entire length of the seafront.\n"}]},{"address":"Lovcen National Park","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.397517514499434,"longitude":18.84308245000001},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F30.png?alt=media&token=4ac9fcd1-b944-45a1-b65a-44964be25f65"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F28.png?alt=media&token=50d7358b-4564-4d73-bc30-fc66b0aad9c1"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F27.png?alt=media&token=bcc60dd3-a32a-4889-ad85-686c9c649a97"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F29.png?alt=media&token=d8b94fc7-9a70-4b3b-8640-137f5c449e45"},{"type":"text","content":"Smaller than Durmitor but offering similarly spectacular mountain scenery, Lovcen National Park sits above Kotor at the south-eastern tip of the bay. From the western side, you can catch a panoramic view of the entire bay – and the best sunset in all of Montenegro.\n\nThe highlight is visiting the Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos atop Mount Lovcan (AKA ‘The Black Mountain’, the peak that gives Montenegro its name). Dedicated to Montenegro’s most beloved national hero – a prince, poet and philosopher who was born nearby in Cetinje – it’s a surreal piece of architecture that can only be accessed by climbing a very long set of undercover stairs."}]},{"address":"Lipa cave","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.367051864484,"longitude":18.953017899999985},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F31.png?alt=media&token=2d965fe8-f076-40a9-af03-01fdcf3c4deb"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F32.png?alt=media&token=14900617-8610-420b-83bf-c7899c8b8daf"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F34.png?alt=media&token=264342b7-1040-4daa-8bd2-2149d2b79168"},{"type":"text","content":"Just outside the Royal Capital of Cetinje, Lipa Cave is one of the largest cave systems in Montenegro and the first to open to tourists. Its tight passageways and voluminous ‘halls’ stretch for more than 2.5km underground, from the village of Lipa into the mountains along the Adriatic coast.\n\nLipa’s impressive karst rock formations and cathedral ceilings make it one of Montenegro’s most important natural attractions. The first explorations of the cave were organised in the 19th century, but it wasn’t until 2015 that the cave opened to visitors.\n\nThe only way to experience this otherworldly landscape is on a Cave Experience tour, which lasts for around 60 minutes and includes a scenic train ride. Reservations should be made online in advance."}]},{"address":"Sveti Stefan","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.25271922621693,"longitude":18.897905961726774},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F35.png?alt=media&token=4fd9001b-c6ab-4c00-a9b4-e40bb04ef6dd"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F36.png?alt=media&token=03199a2c-2bbc-4917-a42e-a7f232f56bd0"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F37.png?alt=media&token=52549be3-dcd2-46b7-bf5b-02746cd1eeea"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F38.png?alt=media&token=9fe6ff4c-7614-48a7-b395-1ca3fd546633"},{"type":"text","content":"The island of Sveti Stefan is the poster child of Montenegrin tourism, and it’s not difficult to see why. This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Montenegro.\n\nLocated off the country’s central coast, just south of Budva and the Bay of Kotor, Sveti Stefan started life in the 15th century as a humble fishing village. Built on an isolated islet, the whole town was fortified to afford its residents protection from pirates and Ottomon invasions.\n\nSveti Stefan is now joined to the mainland by a narrow causeway – but it’s off limits unless you happen to be a guest of the Aman Sveti Stefan. That’s right: In 2008, the entire island was rented by Aman, who transformed the stone village into a 5-star resort.\n\nThe Church St. Sava, a 20-minute drive up a steep road in the hills above the coast, affords the most stunning views of the island. While you’re up there, also visit Praskvica Monastery, a charming monastic complex with gardens and resident goats."}]},{"address":"Lake Skadar National Park Visitors Centre","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":42.24611806442271,"longitude":19.09100750000003},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F41.png?alt=media&token=923946dc-58e0-40cf-a838-d1e84b8e7234"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F42.png?alt=media&token=a207abfa-c75b-4eef-93b4-4547e5f92138"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F40.png?alt=media&token=8168f2cd-8005-4121-ba6f-4227ff6907fc"},{"type":"text","content":"Central Montenegro isn’t just easy on the eye, it’s also bountiful in flora and fauna. The waters of Lake Skadar are shared between Montenegro and Albania, but the richest, marshiest part of the lake lies on the Montenegrin side.\n\nSkadar is the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula, covering an area of over 500 square-kilometres. Despite its size, it’s a true hidden gem in Europe that has somehow managed to avoid the limelight. It’s a nesting ground for endemic and migratory birds (more than 280 bird species in total). On the other side of the lake, the Albanian city of Skadar is the gateway to the Accursed Mountains.\n\nThere are a couple of different ways you can take in the beauty of Skadar Lake. The first is by riding the train from Podgorica to Bar, the last leg of the Belgrade to Bar route, which is counted among the most beautiful train rides in the world. The train runs directly across the lake via a narrow gauge railway."}]},{"address":"Ulcinj","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":41.92870288027,"longitude":19.2113757519129},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F48.png?alt=media&token=488f25ed-916e-4d78-9f0e-1a1e32256d74"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F45.png?alt=media&token=91667c87-1c8b-45bb-8e9f-8753a5d751fd"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":820},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsXnINQDX8RycS0vZEwwv%2F47.png?alt=media&token=e624d7c6-6ee2-40a0-ae5e-f3b2de447481"},{"type":"text","content":"The ancient coastal town of Ulcinj is unlike any other place in Montenegro. Tucked away on the south-eastern coast – a world away from Kotor bay – Ulcinj has a very local feel and is vastly more popular among domestic tourists than international visitors.\n\nThis is where you’ll find the country’s most beautiful beaches (the only white sandy beaches in Montenegro): Long Beach, Small Beach and Sapore di Mare among them. More secluded coves and quiet stretches of shore can be found away from the centre.\n\nHome to Montenegro’s largest Albanian community, Ulcinj boasts more than two dozen mosques. The Museum of Local History is a great visit for learning about the town’s past – which goes all the way back to the 5th century BC. To get a feel for modern-day life, head straight to the vibrant produce market."}]}]