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Great starting point for a trip through Montenegro.
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Not too much to see.
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Podgorica - Montenegro's unknown capital.
Jetgirly Says: Some of the most interesting graffiti I saw on my trip this summer was in Podgorica (much like Cluj-Napoca, in Romania). Many of the painted walls seemed both psychedelic and angry at the same time, and I certainly got the sense that staying in Podgorica too long could drive...
Jetgirly Says: While much of Podgorica could be described as "crumbing remains of the Soviet Empire", one of Podgorica's most-recognizable monuments could be described as anything but. The Millenium Bridge spans the Moraca River on the north edge of the city center. It is 140 metres across...
Jetgirly Says: I loved walking around Podgorica and looking at the colliding architectural styles. I am particularly partial to Communist architectural movements, so I fell in love with the "Zgrada Vlade" (Government Building) located just across the river from Mali Park. I believe this is...
Jetgirly Says: There are a number of small parks along Podgorica's rivers and throughout the center of the city. Park Mali was close to my hostel and provided some comfortable shade on an afternoon with temperatures topping forty degrees celcius. "Mali" translates to "small"- I'm not sure...
Jetgirly Says: There are few sights in Podgorica, which makes the clock tower of note. Dating back to the 1660s this Ottoman structure was one of the few to survive WW2-era bombing of the city. Considered an important monument in the country, it is protected by law.
Jetgirly Says: Carved into the hills outside Podgorica is one of Montenegro's holiest sites- Ostrog monastery. The monastery of the Serbian Orthodox Church has been on the site since the 1600s, though the building there today dates back to the 1920s. Once there you can take a look at...
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Jetgirly Says: Prices have definitely risen at Leonardo since the Lonely Planet broke the news of their solid pizzas. My favorite part was actually the walk to the restaurant, winding our way through residential streets and seeing things most tourists will probably never spot. While my...
Jetgirly Says: Forum Cafe is located right across Republic Square in the heart of Podgorica. Although the area was dead as the last dodo bird, that kind of prime real estate came at a high price. After scoping the prices of the drinks we decided to go elsewhere for our dinner that night....
Skadarlija: Dine Montenegro-Style
Jetgirly Says: Basically located in a niche carved into Podgorica's stadium you'll find Skadarlija Restaurant, one of the few places open for breakfast in the city, and a simple, interesting place to sample Montenegro's culinary offerings. With no English menu and no English spoken, be...
atrosanguinea Says: cheap beer, relaxing spot, good music, older crew.in one part of pub, you can try mexican food.good place for beginning of night.in pub they also have TV, so you can watch some interesting sport maches. casual
Jetgirly Says: Buses leave Podgorica heading for Kotor (and surrounding towns) all the time, especially in high season. The trip takes about two hours and costs seven euros. Gentlemen, take note: My 11:08 am bus was completely packed... with women. There were only five men on board and...
Jetgirly Says: There is a daily bus from Pristina, Kosovo to Podgorica, Montenegro. The cost was about seventeen euro. The bus departs around 7:00 pm from the station in Pristina and arrives at the ungodly hour of 3:00 am... make sure your hotel has 24/7 reception or make arrangements for...
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Many believe that Medovina is a mixture of honey and Brandy. In fact, this Montenegrin drink is more related to wine, that's why it is referred to as honey-wine. It is made by mixing honey and water, the two main ingredients, after which it takes a whole year for the product to mature in the process of alcoholic fermentation. Its flavour is sweet and mild, and its alcohol by volume content is 12-15%.
Medovina (Mead) is independently multicultural. It is known from many sources of ancient history throughout Europe, Africa and Asia, although archaeological evidence of it is ambiguous. Its origins are lost in prehistory; it can be regarded as the ancestor of all fermented drinks.
Medovina was considered by the ancient Slavic warriers as the elixir of life, and was believed to possess healing powers. It was discovered that Medovina contains the entire vitamin B complex, along with other essential properties which can have a positive effect on fertility.
What to buy: The highest quality honey can be found in Crna Gora in the mountainous regions of Durmitor and the villages on the slopes of Lovcen.
Medovina was one of the drinks popular among the ancient Slavs, while today it is made at private village households according to traditional recipes.
What to pay: 20-25 Eur per bottle.
Updated Jul 6, 2009
HORSCHECK Says: Montenegro's most popular local beer is Niksicko Pivo, which is brewed by the Trebjesa brewery in Niksic. After Podgorica, Niksic is Montenegro's second largest town.The brewery produces four lagers: Niksicko pivo, Nik Gold, Nik Cool, and Niksicko tamno. During our 2 weeks...
HORSCHECK Says: I found it quite an interesting fact to know that Montenegro is neither a member of the European Union nor a member of the so called Eurozone, but that the country has adopted the Euro as official currency.Prior to the introduction of the Euro, the German Mark (Deutsche...
atrosanguinea Says: Drivers in Podgorica are very wildSo beware of them. Don't look if it's red or green light, but if you see car on the road.If you don't see any car, then run across the street. It's the safest way to get the other side of the road :)
HORSCHECK Says: For our 2 week trip to Montenegro, I felt the need to buy a proper guide book for independent travel.I finally decided for "The Rough Guide to Montenegro - 1st edition", as I have already made many good experiences with Rough Guides on several other trips. As Podgorica is...
HORSCHECK Says: I must admit that I am a huge fan of the "In Your Pocket" guides. They are usually an excellent resource for information about travels to Eastern and Central European cities. So I was more than happy that I could download the Podgorica guide from the In Your Pocket...
HORSCHECK Says: Cetinje was founded in the 15th century and it was the royal capital of independent Montenegro from 1878 until 1918. It offers a rich cultural and historical heritage, especially from the 18th and 19th century.The main sight is probably Cetinje Monastery, which was founded...
vesna04 Says: Crvena Stijena ( Red Rock ) is the biggest cave and an arheological site in Montenegro. Not long ago the tooth of Neanerthal man was found. Crvena Stijena is considered to be one of the biggest paleozic site in Europe as well.
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