Travel Guide: Montenegro
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VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton
The name of this south-eastern European country translates to "Black Mountain." Montenegro is a beautiful country filled with mountains, valleys and lush green spaces. It is also blessed with coastline on the Adriatic Sea, which is home to a number of spectacular beaches. All this makes Montenegro a great country to visit for a variety of pursuits, like snowboarding, whitewater rafting or cycling. Montenegro also boasts a rich past: though the country's recent history includes war, today this is a memory. Montenegrin art, culture, cuisine and architecture all tell the story of this fascinating land, and invite visitors to learn more. In this video, http://www.WatchMojo.com continues our travel series with a look at Montenegro.
Travel Guide: Montenegro
The name of this country translates to “Black Mountain.” Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we’ll be continuing our travel series with a look at Montenegro.
Independent Country
The south-eastern European country of Montenegro is relatively small, and is home to just over 600 thousand people. Montenegro was once part of Yugoslavia, and earned its spot as an independent country in 2006.
Adriatic Coastline
Part of this country’s coastline is found on the beautiful Adriatic Sea, and this is just one of the many tourist draws this country displays.
Climate
The climate of Montenegro is a mild one: summer months are perfect for outdoor activities like lying on the beach, going on a fishing trip or taking a scenic boat ride.
Geography
The geographical landscape of Montenegro is quite diverse. While parts of the country are quite flat, the country is also known for its spectacular hills, mountains and valleys. In fact, its mountains are some of the rockiest territory on the continent.
Rivers, Lakes, Waterfalls
Meanwhile, Montenegro features over 180 miles of coastline, in addition to numerous lakes and rivers, as well as some spectacular waterfalls.
Culture and Traditions
Montenegro is blessed with a fascinating history and culture. Because of the country’s location, it has been influenced by a variety of different ethnicities. One important aspect of Montenegro’s history is its tradition of brave warriors. In addition to this, colorful folk customs, clothing and dances are also valuable, while the performing arts in Montenegro are also exciting.
Art and Architecture
Montenegrin art and architecture are also beautiful, and definitely worth a tourist’s time. Many notable structures feature a Byzantine influence, and there are a number of historically significant constructions from various time periods. Some of the most striking architectural attractions are the country’s religious buildings.
Cuisine
Montenegrin cuisine shares similarities with other Mediterranean cooking. For example, its cured meats, bread, cheese and use of seafood are all reminiscent of Italian food. In fact, seafood is an important part of the diet.
A Welcoming Country
Though the tourism industry in this country suffered through a war, it has recently seen a resurgence, and today Montenegro is a beautiful and welcoming country for all manner of visitors.
