Point of interest
Kotor
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Tips from locals
Vanja Ivana
October 10, 2022
Located on a beautiful bay on the coast of Montenegro, Kotor is a city steeped in tradition and history, with remarkable scenic views.
Momirka
July 26, 2022
Kotor is known as the most beautiful town on the coast of Montenegro (well, technically its in a bay, but close enough). In particular, Kotor is known for the Medieval Old Town and the 16th-century fortifications that rise up the hill to protect it. One of the reasons Kotor is so popular these days is because of the incredible views across the bay from the walls and fortress.
Kotor is known as the most beautiful town on the coast of Montenegro (well, technically its in a bay, but close enough). In particular, Kotor is known for the Medieval Old Town and the 16th-century fortifications that rise up the hill to protect it. One of the reasons Kotor is so popular these days…
Marina
April 27, 2022
The old town – that is the most famous part of Kotor, where the Kotor history, culture, and tradition are being preserved. The old town of Kotor has a great number of monuments of the medieval architecture: churches, cathedrals, palaces, and museums. Its beauty is complemented with the multitude of narrow streets, squares, and markets. The old town of Kotor stands out also by the great number of stylishly made gates, palaces of the wealthy families, and a great number of stairs. The old nucleus of Kotor today is considered to be the best preserved medieval urban entity in the Mediterranean. The largest and the most impressive are, by all means, city bulwarks which surround the town. They are about 5 km long, 20, high, and about 10 m wide. Bring completely preserved, they are a unique sample of the fortification architecture in Europe. The beginning of their construction started in the IX century, in order for them to be added onto and arranged for the next 10 centuries. Bulwarks have 3 doors, through which for centuries people have came in and out of the town. From whichever door that you go into the town, the road will bring you to the most famous edifice – cathedral Sveti Tripun from the XII century, which is dedicated to the protector of the town – Sveti Tripun.There are several squares in the town and the main, and the biggest city square is Trg od oruzja (Square of arms). That square was and remained the main place for gathering. Various gatherings happened there and it was the place where people from Kotor assembled. Cultural richness of Kotor is made priceless by its treasury which hides some significant cultural monuments like: Tower watch (VIII century), Cathedral of Sveti Tripun (XII century), Church of Sveti Luka (XII century), Prince’s palace (XVII century), Church of Sveta Marija (XII century), Church of Lady of Health (XV century), and Napoleon’s Theater (XIX century). Old Kotor has also numerous palaces like: Bizanti, Buca, Pima, Grgurin, in which today is Maritime museum. In the Old town in Kotor we have the first Faculty of tourism and hotel keeping, as well as some music halls, Center for culture, galleries etc. In the old town we have the greatest number of boutiques and trade shops. There are also some smaller shops and stores that offer footwear and clothes of the renowned European and world designers and creators. Except the boutiques and clothes stores, in the old town we also have a great number of souvenir shops, photo shops, jewelry shops, book stores, antique shops, hair dressing saloons, beauty centers, barber shops, cafés, pizzerias, etc. If you decide to spend the entire day touring the old town, you will not make a mistake, because beside the research and getting to know with the town you can get refreshment in some of the numerous Kotor cafés. They are mostly found on Kotor squares. The old town of Kotor has also a large number of nicely decorated restaurants and hotels. In them you can try traditional specialties, as well as different Mediterranean food. In the old town there are also 2 hotels, in which you can accommodate yourself nicely, and pleasantly spend your holiday. The most important thing of all is to mention that the Old town of Kotor is on the list of the UNESCO world cultural inheritance, since 1979. From the same named institution Kotor was recently declared the world cultural inheritance in danger, so in the following period numerous European and world cultural institutions will give it even bigger attention.
The old town – that is the most famous part of Kotor, where the Kotor history, culture, and tradition are being preserved. The old town of Kotor has a great number of monuments of the medieval architecture: churches, cathedrals, palaces, and museums. Its beauty is complemented with the multitude of…
Ekaterina
July 21, 2021
The street plan of the old town in Kotor was created deliberately confusing against the invaders. Therefore the first time you enter the old town you may feel like you are in a maze trying to find your way out. You can help yourself by getting a map from the tourist office outside the sea gate. Guided private or group tours are also available in the old town which are recommended as the stone buildings in Kotor old town have interesting stories. While you are walking through the narrow roads of this medieval town, you’ll get the feeling of going back in time. One of the best ways to enrich this atmosphere is eating cevapi, a traditional Montenegrin cuisine, to feel like a local. The Kotor old town is rich in history as well as the architecture. Every single building you see in the old town has a history and is an architectural work of art. There are worth seeing monuments and churches in the old town.
The street plan of the old town in Kotor was created deliberately confusing against the invaders. Therefore the first time you enter the old town you may feel like you are in a maze trying to find your way out. You can help yourself by getting a map from the tourist office outside the sea gate. Gui…
Amra
January 28, 2021
One of the most popular sights for tourists. If decide to climb up San Giovanni, it won't be easy at all, yet the view from the top is worth it!
Kotor by Airbnb Experiences
Get to know this iconic landmark through Airbnb Experiences, small group activities led by locals
Location
Kotor, Kotor Municipality