Kotor is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage register due to its cultural significance.
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Location and climate
Kotor is a coastal town and port in Montenegro, situated at the most
secluded and southern part of the Bay of Kotor, at the foot of the steep
Lovcen cliffs.
Kotor and its surrounding area have typical Mediterranean climate,
characterized by warm, dry summers, and mild, moist winters. The
average temperature is 15,2 °C. The warmest month is July with the
average temperature of 24,1 °C, whereas the coldest month is January
with 7,7 °C. The most frequent winds in this area are south-eastern
and southern ones.
History and sights
The area of Kotor was already inhabited in the Neolithic. The old Greeks, and
later Romans, also inhabited the town, whereas in the 7th century it got under
the rule of Byzantine and thus became the main centre of the whole bay with
its own merchant navy. The town later became a part of the Venetian Republic
and defence walls were built in order to protect the town from Turkish
invasions – these walls remained preserved until today, although the town
area was ruined several times due to earthquakes. From the 18th century
onwards, Kotor came under the Austrian rule and became a significant military
port during the World War I, and after the World War II it was annexed to
Yugoslavia.
Today
Kotor is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage register due to its cultural significance.
It is one of few cities that managed to preserve numerous traditional
manifestations that attract many people due to their originality, folklore,
etc. The most famous carnival festivities are the following: the Bokelj night,
festivities of Tryphon, Days of camellia, Film festival about the off-shore,
Festival of children theatre, Kotor Art, International festival of harmonysinging
groups.
Kotor is primarily a perfect destination for peaceful and quiet holidays, where
you can relax and enjoy in rich cultural offer as well as night life.
How to arrive?
By plane
„Montenegro Airlines” has direct flights toward Belgrade, Budapest,
Vienna, Zurich, Frankfurt and Rome. JAT, Adria Airways and Pelican
Blue Line companies also have regular flights to Montenegro. The
nearest airport is Tivat (8 km far away from Kotor), and then Dubrovnik
(73 km) as well as Podgorica (90 km).
By car or bus
If arriving by car, you can reach Kotor via Dubrovnik, following the road
along the coast. Numerous rent-a-car agencies offer rental in every
bigger centre, whereas regular bus lines or organized transfer with
private buses and minivans drive to every significant tourist destinations.
By ship
Many tourist ships and ferries enter the port in Bar (around 60 km south
of Kotor). Regular ferry lines are Bar – Bari and Bar – Ancona. There
are many marinas along the coast, welcoming small and medium yachts.