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Duklja - Just a 10-minutes-drive from Podgorica there is the most famous archeological site from Roman times – Doclea. The city was built to take a strategic position between three rivers and during a certain period of its existence used to be the capital of Praevalitana Province which included the territory of present-day Montenegro. Today the forum of once very important Roman city contains remains of stone plastic, columns, capitals, epitaphs, thermae, temples… We will get to know how ancient Romans lived and find out more about different historical epochs of Podgorica and Montenegro.
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Ostrog Monastery - One of the most significant Montenegrin monasteries and surely the most famous and spectacular is located some 45 km away from Podgorica at 900 meters above sea level, under the steep cliff of Ostrog Mountain (after which it was named). The monastery of impressive appearance was founded in mid-17th century by a monk and a superior of one of the eparchy of former Serbian Orthodox Church – Vasilije, whose cult has vastly spread so the present-day monastery stands as one of the most visited Orthodox spiritual centers worldwide. It is visited by people of different religions. We will find out more about the role of church in traditional Montenegro’s society, St Vasilije cult and fresco painting.
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Zeta - Following the visit to Ostrog and once we descend from the mountain we will drive through the nature park Zeta, covering the valley of the river of the same name, the area declared so because of the beauty of its landscape and rich biodiversity. We will get to know villages located in the valley, spend time on the river banks, see old mills, cross over interesting bridges …
- Bottled water provided
- Entrance to Ostrog Monastery included
- Air-conditioned transport
- Tea and coffee available
This tour is a perfect blend of revered cultural heritage, significant spiritual hub, and traditional rural lifestyle of Montenegro. It entails visiting Doclea – an archaeological landmark from the Roman era located just a few kilometers away from the city center of Podgorica. The awe-inspiring Ostrog Monastery – the most frequented spiritual hotspot in Montenegro is also included in the tour, followed by a visit to the picturesque rural stretch along the Zeta river valley, recently declared as a nature park.
You will get insights into the historical events that took place in this vicinity, learn why Ostrog holds immense religious value and unravel the significance of figs for a certain tribe and locals dwelling in the neighboring areas.
Witness the beauty of the Zeta River, take a walk across its unique bridges, observe old mills and get to taste some local produce.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
