- Location: Old Town, Budva, Montenegro
- Phone: +382 67 220 141
- Foundation date: 840 y.
- Opening hours of the restaurant: 9.00 - 01.00
Budva is one of the most beautiful cities in Montenegro and an important tourist resort of the country . Its second unofficial name, "Montenegrin Miami", is given not by chance: it is here that the best beaches of the Budva Riviera and the most famous nightclubs of Montenegro are located. Especially popular among travelers is the Old Town of Budva, whose main attraction is the fortress Citadel. Let's talk about it in more detail.
Historical facts
The old fortress in Budva (Montenegro) was founded in the distant 840 to protect the local population from the attacks of the Turks. Unfortunately, until our times from the once largest fort on the entire Adriatic coast, only the old walls have been preserved. Most of the structures that we see today were completed only in the middle of the 15th century.
The ancient legend relates the history of the Citadel's origin, according to which many years ago two lovers whose parents were against their marriage decided to rush from the cliff into the sea and so stay together forever. Fortunately, the pair did not break, and, according to legend, only turned into fish, the image of which became a kind of symbol of the city. It was this drawing that was painted on one of the fortress walls.
What to see?
The Citadel in Budva is one of the most visited tourist attractions of the city. Walking along the ancient streets of the fort, be sure to pay attention to:
- The Maritime Museum. One of the main buildings of the fortress. His collection presents rare maps and models of legendary ships, including the famous English vessel Mayflower. Entrance to the museum is only $ 2.
- Library. A small building in which the ancient books and original documents that tell the history of the Balkans are stored are in the western part of the fortress. Admission is free for both children and adults.
- A restaurant. At the top of the rock, where the fortress is located, is a luxurious restaurant, where everyone can taste traditional dishes of Montenegrin cuisine . The "highlight" of this place is an excellent panoramic view of the whole Old Town.
- Survey site. The best place for a romantic photo shoot against the background of the Adriatic Sea. In addition, from here, as in the palm of your hand, you can see the island of St. Nicholas. The climb to the site costs about $ 2-3.
The citadel in Montenegro, in Budva, is not only an important historical place, but also the main arena of social and cultural life of the local population. Annually in its walls there passes the well-known festival of theatrical art "Grad-Theater", and also numerous concerts and exhibitions.
How to get to the Citadel in Budva?
The fortress is located on the territory of the Old Town. You can get here by using a taxi or by bus number 4, which follows from the center of Budva . From the bus station to the Citadel, you can walk slowly 20 minutes.