Budva is one of the oldest cities of the Adriatic coast and at the same time one of the most popular resorts of Montenegro. Tourists attract noisy discos, many bars and dancing until the morning. But the sights of Budva are not less popular, because there really is here that.
Old city
The historic center of Budva, built 2500 years ago - the main attraction of the city. Here you can plunge into silence and peace, rested from a noisy resort on the summer terrace of the open-air restaurant. Narrow cobbled streets surrounded from all sides palm trees and orange trees, and picturesque snow-white houses with red roofing roofs will help to feel the fabulous atmosphere of this medieval city. In addition, in the old town there are ancient churches and temples that deserve no less attention.
Citadel
The Citadel is a fortress in the old town, rightfully considered by his heart. It was built in 840 and served as protection against the raids of the Turks. Now the citadel collapsed in some places, and the archaeological museum is located inside it, the library, which has more than 150 years, and a panoramic restaurant. Everyone can climb to the top tier of the fortress and admire the magnificent view of Budva, the Bay and the island of St. Nicholas opening out from there. On the walls of the citadel, you can find the symbol of the city - the bas-relief, which depicts two fish twisted among themselves.
Church of St. John
The Church of St. John is impossible not to notice, walking along the old town - her bell tower towers high above all tiled roofs of houses. This is the largest Catholic Temple of Budva, built in the 7th century. The church is withstanding in the Gothic style and is distinguished by the wealth of interior decoration. Here is also the famous icon of the Virgin Mary, which was written by the Holy Luke himself.
Statue of dancers
A girl from bronze, towering on a stone, is also called a gymnast or ballerina. The legend says that she waited on the shore from a long-range swimming of her groom, which never returned. Without waiting, she froze on boulders. You can find it if you go from the old town along the path along the rocks.
Island of St. Nicholas.
This deserted island drowning in the greenery with purest water and pebble beaches is just one kilometer from Budva. Here you can walk along the replacement of a depth of less than a meter, as well as take a cater or water taxi. Here, vacationers enjoy not only the best beaches, but also the lack of a large number of tourists. On the rest of the island there is a reserve, and the island itself is absolutely free.
Saint Stephen Island
Another island, which is the symbol not only Budva, but also the whole Montenegro is the island of St. Stephen. It is located a few kilometers from the city, and you can walk there on a speaker. Once he was a fishing village, and now it is located on it the most expensive beaches and the hotels of the resort, where they love to rest the stars of the world size. An excellent view of the island opens from the municipal beach, located opposite it.
Fortress Mogren
Fortress Mogrev rises above the city and the beach of the same name. It was built during the reign on these lands of Austria-Hungary and served to observe the onset of enemies. During the earthquake of 1979, it was partially destroyed, but hence the delightful view of the island of St. Nicholas and the old town of Budva. You can get to the fortress in two ways: Rising on the slope from the beach mogren or reaching the tunnel on the track and bypassing the path on the left.
Budva is an amazing and unique city that immerses the atmosphere of rest, calm and soulfulness. He opens the doors to everyone and is ready to share his beauty and history with each.
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