Venetian fortress in Petrovac at sunny day in Montenegro

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Petrovac

The Romans had the right idea, building their summer villas on this lovely bay. If only the new crop of developers had a scrap of their classic good taste. Still, once you get down to the pretty beachside promenade where lush Mediterranean plants perfume the air and a 16th-century Venetian fortress guards a tiny stone harbour, the aberrations up the hill are barely visible. This is one of the best places on the coast for families: the accommodation is reasonably priced, the water is clear and kids roam the esplanade at night with impunity.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Kastio

    Kastio

    Petrovac

    Clamber up the steps of this small Venetian fortress for photogenic views of the beach and the dramatic diagonal stratification of the limestone cliffs…

  • Sveta Nedjelja Island

    Sveta Nedjelja Island

    Petrovac

    The small church on this islet is said to have been built in gratitude by a Greek sailor who was shipwrecked here. The current church replaces one…

  • Katič Island

    Katič Island

    Petrovac

    One of two islets directly in front of the town beach, Katič can be visited via kayak or by hopping aboard a tourist boat; have a word to any of the chaps…

  • Roman Mosaics

    Roman Mosaics

    Petrovac

    Apart from the beaches, Petrovac’s most interesting attraction is also its least heralded. In 1902, the foundations of a Roman building complete with…

  • Elijah’s Church

    Elijah’s Church

    Petrovac

    Dedicated to the Old Testament prophet Elijah, this Orthodox church dates from the 14th or 15th century. It's often open, revealing some beautiful old…

  • Red Commune Memorial House

    Red Commune Memorial House

    Petrovac

    Petrovac became the first communist-run municipality in the Adriatic following an electoral victory in 1919. That auspicious event is celebrated in the…

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