Montenegro, at 14.000 square km nevertheless a small country, hides wonderful geographical diversity and boasts of four national parks and 293 kilometres of coastline, out of which more than 70 km are beaches.

Among national parks the oldest and the most known is the breathtaking Durmitor. Its imposing mountaintops and numerous lakes are accompanied by the Tara River Canyon, is in size second only to Grand Canyon and is among the most beautiful canyons in the world. Montenegro is one of the last oases of the Old continent where one can still hide from the hasty rhythm of the civilization.


Capital city: Podgorica (population 170.000)
Population: 670.000
Land area: 13.812 sq km
Official language: Serbian
National currency: Euro
Religion: Orthodox Christian (70%), Muslim (17%)
Climate: Mediterranean, Alpine Continental
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT+1)
Elevation: 0 - 2.522 m
National Parks: Four
International dialling number: +381
Visa: Tourists from most countries (EU, USA, etc) do not need visa. A valid passport is required only.
Electricity: 220V, 50Hz
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Articles on Montenegro:
Rough Diamond (Guardian, Sept 3, 2005, 1,6 MB)