Montenegro..Pearl of the Mediterranean

Montenegro, a small beautiful country consisting of jumbled mass of scenic mountain range, with a small coastline along the Adriatic, borders Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia.

Republic. Montenegro, formerly part of Serbia and Montenegro, gained independence on June 3, 2006.

Montenegro which is unique and stunning in many ways, is gem of the Mediterranean situated in the south of the Adriatic. It has many natural treasure, beauty, mild beaches, clear lakes, fast rivers, and gorgeous mountains in such a compact area. Enjoy the relaxed and quality life waking up along the exquisite Adriatic coast then having lunch on Skadar Lake banks and making the evening graceful by walking in the Montenegrin mountains.

Island of Korcula with Wine Tasting Day Trip from Dubrovnik

Korcula is one of the most beautiful medieval cities on the peninsula surrounded by city walls and fortresses. On Adriatic Coast this town is the birth place of the famous explorer, Marco Polo. One should take a tour of charming streets, squares, renaissance palaces and the grand St Mark Cathedral , named after city’s patron saint.

Croatian islands are no doubt beautiful but Korcula holds a privileged position due to its legends, tales and monuments. People of Korcula are known to be best stonemasons, shipbuilders and seafarers. They have given best gifts to the world but preserved their best works for their own city. The best way to go there is to take a bus to Orebic and then take a ferry to the island. There one can enjoy sightseeing , go swimming and free time for lunch. One the way back to Dubrovnik, indulge inn excellent local wine at one well-known wine cellar on the Peljesac peninsula.

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