Budva

Budva is metropolis of the Montenegrin tourism, the most ancient settlement of the East Adriatic, more than 2500 years old, 74 km away from Podgorica and 530 km from Belgrade. Budva features traces of the Illyric, Hellenic, Roman and Slav cultures that mark the foundations of the European civilization. The old town of Budva attracts attention with its location on the rocky reef, on the northern peak of the picturesque bay. Of the existing fortifications of Buva, dating from the Venetian period of administration, only resembles the medieval stronghold, while in its foundations lay remains of the Hellenic and Medieval walls. Besides Kotor, Budva is the only settlement in the Montenegrin coast whose historical core with narrow streets and small squares is almost entirely encircled with walls. The Old town of Budva is adorned with pillons – the gate of the ancient Budva from the 6th century BC, remains of the antique necropolis with extremely rich archaeological traces, the Roman capitols, Roman and the Early-christian mosaics, Roman thermae, the Medieval walls with the Citadel. Visitors of Budva are welcome by architectural ruins of the Early-christian Basilica from the end of the 5th century, the Cathedral of Saint John dating from the 7th century, the Santa Maria in Punta Church from 840, where in summer rich artistic and music program is held, the Church of Saint Sava consecrated from the 12th century, remains of the Church of Santa Maria de Castello on the Citadel – 12th till the 14th century, and the Church of Saint Trinity from 1804 with the tomb of the famous writer of Budva – Stefan Mitrov Ljubiša (1824-1878). The icon of the Holy Virgin with Christ or so-called the Lady of Budva – “Budvanska Gospa”, dating from the 19th century is special sanctity, attraction and the protector of the town of Budva.

This attractive Budva summer resort of Montenegro is adorned with 18 beautiful beaches in its surroundings, of which 8 beaches are attributed the Blue flag for the purity of its waters – prestigious international recognition for quality and standards of services and the beach offers. Sveti Nikola /Saint Nicholas/ Island or Školj (ita. scoglio – stijena), called by locals is the largest island in the Adriatic coast in Montenero, which spreads on 47 hectares and features nearly 2 km of length.

Bidva becomes the capital of the theater. “Budva City-Theatre” is in fact one of the most important artistic and cultural events throughout the region and becomes the capital of the theater. “Budva City-Theatre” is in fact one of the most important artistic and cultural events throughout the region. Budva is the largest summer resort of Montenegro, town of theaters and festivals, and place of the most wonderful beaches and most luxurious hotels. Due to huge interest of its visitors Budva is becoming popular for modern features and rhythms which impact the perception and resurgence of its rich history and the Mediterranean spirit of this region. In order to meet the spirit of locals – Paštrovićs, Mains, Grbljans and others – visitors MUST taste specialties of the local food and truly experience the hospitality of hosts. Tradition has it that the ethnic origin of Pastrovic tribe was composed of Serbs and other Slav people, settled here between the 6th and the 10th century. This ancient people left no direct heirs, or they migrated into other parts of the Medieval state. Most clues are found in toponimes, as the present day tribes feature ancestors who settled here in the 14th and the 15th century. The oldest settlements date from the historical period when this area of the Adriatic coast belonged to the Nemanic state, composed mostly of novelty. Make sure you visit the walls of the Old town of Budva and feel the antiquity and the Renaissance charm of Budva.