Perast in Montenegro: attractions, where to go and how to get there?

If you are planning a vacation, and before you there was a question of choosing where to go for a vacation in the near future, we suggest considering such a great option in Montenegro, like the city of Perast. And what sights, hotels, restaurants and cafes are there, we will look further in our article. In addition, we will tell you what are the features of local beaches, where it is better to stay for tourists, as well as what excursions to visit, what to see, to spend time with benefit.

The beautiful city of Perast is located on the shores of the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro. Even despite its small size - there are only a few streets in Perast - this city will surprise you with its extraordinary beauty. Almost all the buildings of the city are architectural masterpieces. That is why Perast is one of the most popular cities in Montenegro among tourists.

Perast is often called the "city of millionaires." He got this nickname for a reason: almost every single architectural construction here is a historical heritage and costs at least one million euros.

However, in the distant past, this city was originally a village, and only then it was able to develop and make it what it is now. Perast was founded in ancient times by a group of Indo-European peoples - Illyrians.

In the Middle Ages, the city began to actively flourish. In the 16th century, Ottoman troops attacked the settlement, but this invasion was not crowned with success. The Fort of the Holy Cross played a significant role in the confrontation with the Ottomans. The dilapidated remains of the fortress to this day are reminiscent of a difficult time.

Since 1580, Perast becomes a port city. It develops, grows and flourishes: beautiful palaces, temples and other elements of rich architecture appear in it.

Perast is located in middle latitudes, so the climate here is quite warm, even in the cold season the temperature here does not reach minus marks.

Of course, the best season to visit for those who like to bask in the warm sunshine is summer: June, July and August. At this time, the temperature during the day reaches on average up to + 26.28 ° C.

A good option to visit will also be the end of spring and the beginning of autumn - May or September. The average temperature during this period ranges from + 19 ° C to + 23 ° C.

The lowest temperature marks can be witnessed, of course, in the winter - up to + 7 ° C.

As for the rains, Perast has the least rainfall in July, August and September. The most slushy can be called February, May and April.

Along with the unique landscape and picturesque landscapes, Perast is rich in many sights that are worth it to spend time on and visit. One of the many attractive places for tourists is catholic church of saint nicholaslocated near the waterfront.

Here, on the waterfront, true connoisseurs of the Baroque style will be able to enjoy an unsurpassed belvedere and a relief facade. Bronze Palace. Nearby are located monuments to sailors and St. Mark's Temple - landmark, inherited by Perast from the times of the flourishing of Venetian painting.

Further, for a small fee, visitors to the city prefer to climb to a height of 55 m to visit the famous bell tower and enjoy the stunning views of Perast.

The city is located magnificent Maritime Museum. At the moment it is located in the palace Buyovichey, built in the XVII century. In the building you can see the images of the most outstanding seafarers, ancient maps and manuscripts, weapons and other valuable things of those times.

The main and amazing attraction of the area is the island of Gospa od ŠkrpjelaThe name translates as "Mother of God on the Rock." One very incredible, fascinating legend is connected with this island, according to which one day some sailors who fell into a strong storm without any hope of salvation survived by some lucky chance. They were thrown onto a reef located near Perast. Waking up, they saw the icon of the Mother of God.

In gratitude for such a miracle, people decided to build temple on this reef. Naturally, on one reef it would have been practically impossible to do this, for the church the territory was needed more extensively, therefore the inhabitants threw stones and other rocks to the bottom of the sea for two hundred years. Thus, by 1667, the Church of the Theotokos appeared on the man-made island.

It is interesting to note that in Perast even the custom associated with this island has been preserved: on July 22, local residents shed stones at the base of the island. This helps to overcome the threat of blurring the edges of the island. The interior of the church is extremely impressive: a huge altar made of marble, as well as walls studded with plates of real silver, will make an indelible impression on everyone.

In addition to the temple, the island operates amazing museum. And it is amazing that it contains weapons, utensils and an icon of the Mother of God, hand-embroidered by a woman, the wife of a sailor who has been waiting for her husband for 25 years. And, of course, another attraction of the man-made island - a symbol of navigation and navigation - the towering lighthouse.

During the whole time of your stay in this picturesque place you will not have problems with leisure, since there are many places that not only can, but also need to visit.

• This is definitely main attractions, which we reviewed earlier in this article. You can visit them either alone or as part of certain excursions, during which the professional guide will devote you in detail to the details of the historical heritage of the city.

• Good fun can be hike to the beach. However, it is worth mentioning here that in Perast there are no sandy beaches that are customary for all; people here are forced to sunbathe on stone slabs. However, tourists do not consider this to be a significant drawback, the beaches are equipped, have good infrastructure. In addition, this deficiency is leveled by the crystal clear waters in the Bay of Kotor.

• Tours - this is what always attracts tourists to the resorts. One of the most famous options that are recommended for visiting is the excursion “Boka-Kotor Bay”, during which you will have the opportunity to see one of the ancient cities - Kotor. You will be able to explore the rich history and culture of this city. Another tour that does not upset your expectations is the “Heart of Montenegro”. Its purpose is to explore the key attractions of Montenegro.

• And finally, you can spend the evening at a sumptuous dinner. in the fine restaurants of the city. Restaurants and cafes in Perast mainly offer fish menus, Italian dishes and, of course, everyone's adored pizza. Popular restaurant "Armonia" (Armonia).Delicious dishes of national and Italian cuisine, as well as the opportunity to sit not only in the restaurant, but also on the pier, attract many visitors.

If you feed your appetite during the day, for example, walking along the embankment or visiting one of the main attractions of the city - catholic church of saint nicholasbe sure to visit Cafe "Bocalibre" (Bocalibre). Here you can taste the best dishes of the Mediterranean cuisine and the most fragrant pizza in Montenegro. And those who have already visited this place, strongly recommend drinking a delicious coffee and order amazing ice cream.

Another recommended restaurant is Seki nautilus. Visitors celebrate a decent menu of seafood and fish, as well as delicious desserts.

There are many hotels in Perast, which with great pleasure and hospitality will take you to their walls. One of the hotels recommended by tourists is considered Conte Hotel & Restaurant. This is a 4-star hotel, which is located in the heart of the city just a few minutes walk from the beach.

The apartments will meet the expectations of any, even the most demanding visitors. The hotel offers a variety of rooms from luxury options to the usual standard. At the same time, both the suite and the standard are equipped with air conditioning and satellite TV. If necessary, in the lobby you can get free Internet access.

The word Restaurant in the name is not accidental: the hotel has its own restaurant, famous for its fish masterpieces. There are you arrived at the hotel by car, you must provide a separate parking space.

And also gets good reviews Hotel Monte Bay Retreat. This hotel also has 4 stars. In its hospitality this hotel is in no way inferior to the previous option. It also has all the amenities needed by modern man. However, there is one very nice addition - this is an outdoor swimming pool, in which any guest of the hotel can swim.

If you are looking for a bit cheaper apartments of the above options, then your attention is invited to Hotel Vila Perast Boutique Hotel. This 3-star hotel is an absolute price-quality ratio. For a moderate fee here you can relax comfortably and adequately.

In addition, the hotel offers a private veranda, where you can not just relax well, but also sunbathe. Air conditioning, television - this is something without which the hospitable Vila Perast Boutique Hotel will not leave you either. There is a possibility to try out canoeing nearby.

Flights to Montenegro are carried out from the airports of Moscow and St. Petersburg. Airport of arrival - Tivat. He is the closest to the city. Flying on average takes about three hours. When the plane arrives, you can get to Perast by bus, taxi or rented car. Approximately 30 more minutes are needed on this road.

If you prefer a bus, not far from the airport there is the Adriatic highway, where the buses stop. Each of them is equipped with signs indicating the routes. Before you travel, be sure to verify that you have chosen the correct route. In addition to this option, it is possible to leave the bus from the bus station. It is located approximately 1 km from the airport.

Of course, it will be more convenient to get by taxi, but in this case you need to take care of it in advance and order a transfer directly with the booking of air tickets. Of course, this option will be much more expensive than the first, but it's worth it: the ordered car will be waiting for you, and upon arrival you can immediately go to your hotel.

If your trip to Montenegro involves visiting not only Perast, but also a lot of movement, then it would be wiser to use car sharing services and rent a car.

Video story about the sights of the town of Perast, see below.