So while spending my vacation in Montenegro of late, I made it my personal undertaking to explore Podgorica properly and discover for myself why one needs to visit this city. From fascinating architecture, to an exhilarating nightlife, plenty of green space, and ample historical sights to behold, Podgorica is a European city that you must visit when you are in Montenegro.
Millennium Bridge:
A more recent addition to the city, this piece of modern architecture now considered as one of Podgorica’s most important milestones. Millenium Bridge at 173m long, expands across the Morača River. The elaborate & unique cable-stayed bridge has one main 57m high pylon, with 12 cables on one side supporting the roadway deck & 24 cables on the other side acting as counter balances. The bridge was introduced officially on July 13, 2005, Montenegro’s National Day, overlapped with the anniversary of the Uprising in Montenegro, when the local communist party evoked a revolution against inhabiting Italian troops.
Plantaze Winery:
The best thing to do in Podgorica is drinking, yes you guessed it right!
Not many people know that Podgorica is home to the largest uninterrupted vineyard in Europe, owned by Plantaze Winery. At any time you check out an eatery in Montenegro, you will get to taste Plantaze wine & you can pick up a bottle from any supermarket store for as little as €2.
King’s Park:
As I strolled through Podgorica, I staggered across the newly refurbished King’s Park, an urban improvement project sponsored by the Republic of Azerbaijan.
This refuge in the centre of Podgorica possess a pavilion covered with red Spanish tile, plenty of benches, a fountain, playground gears, and even free wi-fi. The park is an ideal place for having a picnic lunch, reading a book, or joining the local folks for a vigorous game of chess in the pavilion.
Republic Square:
The unreserved 15,000 square meter Republic Square was built in 2006, being widened & repaved, embellished with palm trees, and enhanced with a fountain and water chanels. The site was earlier recognized as Ivan Milutinović square, named following a commanding Communist politician & army general. When Montenegro acquired freedom in 2006, it was renamed as Republic Square.
The car-free zone now plays hosts to political rallies & social events like New Year’s Eve parties. It is also neighboring to the city library & state gallery Art. Sit here for a while & indulge in some people watching.
Looking for a taxi to Podgorica Airport? I’d recommend Montenegro Tour Operator – one of the best taxi services I come across during my trip.
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