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Bar, Montenegro

A beautiful coastal town, a seaport and large industrial area, Bar, Montenegro is also a popular transport hub welcoming trains from Belgrade and ferries from Italy. For this reason, it’s the perfect base city for touring the incredible ruins of Stari Bar (Old Bar) in the mountains. A quick history lesson: The northern part of the coast remained under Venice’s rule and then Austria, while the southern part spent 300 years under Turkish control. Founded in 1908, “New” Bar has a more modern look and feel, but once you start heading to the Albanian border, you will see more mosques and Ottoman-style buildings.

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Ship will DOCK or ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port.
  • Time Zone
    CEST (Central European Standard Time)
    UTC/GMT +1 hours
  • Language
    The local language is Montenegrin. Other languages spoken are Croatian, Albanian, and Bosnian.
  • Currency & Shopping
    The local currency in Bar is the Euro.
    • Famous For
      From the stone ruins to the stunning views over the city and surrounding mountains, the Old Fortress at Stari Bar is a must-see.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Make peace at the Old Olive Tree, a symbol of the city of Bar. At 2,000 years old, it’s the oldest olive tree in the world.
    • Fun Fact #2
      Meaning “Black Mountain,” Montenegro got its name from the dark forest that covers the land and dates back to the Middle Ages.
    • Fun Fact: Foodies
      Montenegro prides itself on traditional Turkish, Greek and Italian cuisine. Try the stuffed grape leaves with rice and tender local veal.
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