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Montenegro
Summary: Montenegro is located in south central Europe, with the Adriatic Sea and Albania to the south, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the northwest, and Serbia to the northeast. Mountainous leading to a coastal plain, the name Montenegro has been used since the 15th century and kept its independence from the Ottoman empire, until the 20th century as a member of the various incarnations of Yugoslavia and the state union of Serbia and Montenegro. On May 21, 2006, Montenegro declared independence which was confirmed on June 3, 2006.
Capital: Podgorica
Time Zone: DST +0100 UTC
Population: 678,177
Languages: Serbian, Montenegrin, Bosnian, Albanian
Power: 220 V, 50 Hz
Currency: Euro
- Currently 1 EUR € = 1.2710 USD $
Climate: There is an adriatic climate along the coast, with hot, dry summers and autumns and relatively cold winters with heavy snowfall inland.
- Currently 72ş, Fair
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| Podgorica: Serving as both the capital and the largest city, Podgorica was settled close to the ski slopes to the north and the Adriatic sea resorts to the south. Spend your time in the cultural center visiting the Montenegrin National Theatre, the Podgorica City Museum, the parks and the castle of Dvorac Petrovića, and even the Mall of Montenegro. |
| Budva: Attractive as an option to the beach-goers, Budva managed to avoid any real damage during World War II. As a result, you can get a mix of sun at the 17 nearby beaches, culture in the old section of Stari Grad with restaurants and art galleries, and history with old squares, monasteries and churches like the Church of St Trojica. A side trip to Petrovac, with its beautiful beaches, mosaics dating to the 3rd century, and the 16th century Venetian Fortress Kastelo, is a must-do while you are here. |
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Spending Euros: Although the Dinar had been the official currency, the euro has accepted as legal tender, but you likely won't have trouble spending either in major cities throughout the country.
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Tourism Push: Tourism is a top priority for the government and the economy, so infrastructure investments to attract visitors to the Adriatic coast, however some construction projects have been informal - roads in the north and electricity in the south may be occasionally spotty while this is sorted out.
Water Supplies: Water quality is generally very good, however, have a bottle of water handy in your hotel room in case of a shortage so you can brush your teeth. Locals also often stop taking ice in their drinks during shortages, so either avoid ice, or keep an eye on your neighbor's drink.
When To Visit: Since its recent independence, May 21st is celebrated as the Montenegrin Independence Day, with orthodox holidays also celebrated for Christmas in early January and Easter in late April.
Food: Fish, sauerkraut, steak, smoked hams, and kajmak, a sour cream flavored with wild herbs, are typical parts of Montenegrin dishes. Organic foods are commonplace, whether it is berries from the north or the toppings on a pizza at a cafe.
Tipping: Tipping of 10-15% is standard and helps to subsidize the lower earnings in the service industry workers.
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