Podgorica

Is it worth to visit Podgorica? Of course yes, because it is hard to imagine the stay in the country without a visit the capital of Montenegro. Podgorica is less known as a destination for tourists, but namely this fact makes it one of the most desired objectives for visiting: what could be better than to discover the place, while not bumping into every step on the noisy crowds of tourists? Even on Internet forums and travel portals it is so rare to see the reviews about it of experienced travelers. So if you enjoy a relaxed trip, a visit to Podgorica in Montenegro just has to be in the list of your cultural program.

In addition sightseeing will not take you much time because the distance to Podgorica respectively to the most of the country’s attractions is quite short, therefore you can easily reach it by bus.

What will interest the tourist?

Despite the fact that it is the capital, and it seems, that this associates with many tourists, visitors and scammers, it’s a fact that a visit to the city is completely safe.

Of course, most capital is considered as a starting point – thanks to the small airport of Podgorica, where there is a landing airplane with direct flight to Montenegro (the cost of the flight to Podgorica is from 80 to 400€ depending on the season).

As for the sights of Podgorica, you really need to try to find the city's inherent charm and beauty – it will be interesting for the avid traveler seeking a hidden treasure. It's so nice chance to discover some cozy place, a kind of precious stone among the many unremarkable stones. This is not an old city with ancient architecture, where all the historic buildings and monuments is spread out before you, leaving no intrigue.

In fact, the current capital was once just a small regional center during the existence of Yugoslavia. And only since 2006, Montenegro gained independence as the result of an agreement concluded in Vienna. It was also decided to make Podgorica its capital. Currently, the city consists mainly of modern buildings, architecture presents, so to speak, the Communist strict style, which is gradually replaced by modern buildings that are inherent to the metropolis and actively constructed at the last decade.

It is little known, but before the capital city was called Titograd, which to this day preserved the imprint of antiquity. And if the modern Podgorica is the capital of the future, the historical center of the Titograd is a reminder of the capital's past. The name translates as the city of Tito, on behalf of the Marshal, who was able to come to an illusory unification through the recognition of multiculturalism and the Federation of Yugoslavia until 1991. Because the city was completely destroyed during the 2nd World War, later this was renamed to the present name of the capital Podgorica by administration of the new city and purchased a more severe appearance, which we now know.

One of the prides of the city of Podgorica is the Central Park, which brings a bright shade of green color on the background of its gray buildings. Also, very attractive is quite wide the vibrant pedestrian promenade, which is quite crowded, where there are numerous shops and cozy cafes. In warm months tables and umbrellas are carried out here, forming a lovely outdoor cafe, where any tourist would have a pleasure to drink refreshing beverages and enjoy delicious local cuisine.

You should definitely visit the National Gallery, which is simultaneously a main historical Museum that recalls the history of the city and the entire country of Montenegro.

Another highlight of Podgorica is the pure water of the river Morača, on the shore of which the capital is situated. Along its promenade you can take a quiet and leisurely stroll, and from there come out onto a large square dominated by the town hall. It is not difficult to find monuments and facilities work there, as well as a beautiful fountain decorated with statues and gives the square a special romantic atmosphere.

Another local attraction is the temple Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection, which, unlike other local churches and minarets, combines tradition of multi-religious society of this small country: the old and the new flow.

You also need to look at the symbol of the city – the Bridge of the Independence, or it is also called the Millennium Bridge. There is a monument to Vladimir Vysotsky, so it would be very interesting for fans of the famous Soviet artist.

How to get to Podgorica?

It is an essential plus of the fact that it is a capital. As it means that there are many ways to get to Podorica. There are even options for travel into the city by train but, in the opinions of tourists, it will cost more, time is longer and comfort is less.

For those who wish to visit Podgorica, there is good news: in fact, since last year, in Podgorica from Moscow the direct plane flies. The price of the cheapest low-coster ticket’s price to Podgorica starts from 7 thousand rubles. But, of course, it all depends on the time of year. But, in any case, the flight cost significantly cheaper than a train ticket.

s it worth to visit Podgorica? Of course yes, because it is hard to imagine the stay in the country without a visit the capital of Montenegro. Podgorica is less known as a destination for tourists, but namely this fact makes it one of the most desired objectives for visiting: what could be better than to discover the place, while not bumping into every step on the noisy crowds of tourists? Even on Internet forums and travel portals it is so rare to see the reviews about it of experienced travelers. So if you enjoy a relaxed trip, a visit to Podgorica in Montenegro just has to be in the list of your cultural program.