Cetinje, the historical capital of Montenegro, is a place alive with the romance and mystery of a fascinating heritage. Founded in the 15th century, the city rests on a small valley surrounded by mountains including Mt Lovcen or ‘Black Mountain’ after which the country of Montenegro takes its name. For climbers, this mountain’s summit offers a challenge while a walk of 20km followed by a 460 step staircase will take you to the breath-taking monument of Njegoš’s Mausoleum.
Pat on the ancient borderline between East and West, Cetinje has architectural wonders galore. Visit catholic churches (such as Vlaska Church), orthodox monasteries and mosques and feast your eyes on the differences in their rich and elegant designs. Cetinje is home to the Zetski Dom Royal Theatre, numerous museums and art galleries and is working towards making the historic core of the city a UNESCO world heritage site; definitely a top destination for the culture vultures of the world.