- Location: surroundings of Podgorica
- Height: 10 m
One of the best natural attractions of Montenegro is the Niagara Falls, which is a very popular and at the same time an accessible place to visit.
Location:
There is a Niagara Falls near the capital of Montenegro - the city of Podgorica - on the Cievna River, which originates in the Prokletie mountains on the border with Albania . The maximum height of the descending streams of water reaches 10 m.
History of the Falls
The Niagara Falls on Tsievna is an amazing example of the co-creation of people and nature. The thing is, initially there was no waterfall in these parts. Thekla the river Tsievna in Montenegro , not the longest and the deepest, but ideally suited for the creation of violent erupting streams.
Local residents decided to establish a dam a few kilometers from the confluence of the rivers Tsievna and Moraca, which would block the channel. So there was a small, but very beautiful place, which overflowed, and water, bypassing the dam, formed a waterfall. A little later, along with the main stream, there were also smaller ones, which perfectly complemented Niagara. And this waterfall got its name due to its external similarity with its "namesake" in the USA .
When is it better to visit Niagara?
It is worth noting that turbulent and overthrowing streams can be seen mainly during the thawing of snows, when the river Tsievna becomes the most full-flowing. At this time, you can also witness a remarkable spectacle of waters draining from the upper rocks. In this regard, the ideal time to visit Niagara - the period from March to April. It is best to admire the waterfall after the rain. In summer there is often dry weather, and the water flows are very shallow.
What is interesting about Niagara Falls on Tsievna?
Enjoying the picturesque pictures of the river and the waterfall, tourists can visit the excellent eco-restaurant "Niagara". It features national cuisine , fresh fish and baked meat. The restaurant has an amazing atmosphere. All is sustained in a rustic style, from dishes, ceilings and lighting and ending with the clothes of waiters. In the main hall you can look at a miniature copy of a waterfall, the water of which is served in a pool with trout trout. For children in the restaurant there is a special area with a game house, and for all lovers of comfort and romance there is a fireplace with a marvelous view of the expanses of the Tsievna River.
How to get to Niagara Falls in Montenegro?
You can reach the destination by taxi or a rented car . In the second case, you need to follow the signposts to Podgorica along the E80 highway to the bridge over the river Cievna, drive through it and then immediately turn right. Next you need to go all the time straight, along the river, without moving to any other road. The river Tsievna will be at you all the time on the right side, from the exit from the road to the waterfall you will need to drive 5 km. A metal staircase leads to Niagara from the road. The restaurant is located just upstream of the city of Tsievna, and there is a separate exit for it.