Altstadt - Old Town Ulcinj — Attraction in undefined

The Old Town of Ulcinj, located in southern Montenegro, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on the Adriatic coast, with a history spanning over 2,500 years. This place holds many fascinating stories and a rich history:

Illyrian Roots:

• The Old Town of Ulcinj was originally founded by the Illyrians in the 5th century BC. At that time, it was known as “Colchinium” or “Olcinium.” The Illyrians were renowned as skilled sailors and warriors, and Ulcinj was an important center for trade and maritime activities.

Piracy:

• Ulcinj was long known as a haven for pirates, especially during the Middle Ages. The pirates of Ulcinj were famed for their bravery and maritime skills, and the town was a place where captured slaves were often traded.

Venetian and Ottoman Rule:

• The city was under Venetian rule from 1420 to 1571, and later fell under the Ottoman Empire, where it remained for almost four centuries. These different rulers left their marks on the city’s architecture...

It’s a really great place. Worth to see it. If you are in somewhere in Montenegro plan a quick trip here. It’s not a big country, everywhere is so close. Whe have been there last week of March, it was out of season. No crowded but most restaurant were closed. We liked it actually, we...

Αυτό που θα πω σε όσους θέλουν να επισκεφθούν το Μαυροβούνιο, (Ουλτσιν, Κοτορ, Μπουντβα) να το σκεφτούν 2 και 3 φορές. Έχω κάνει πολλά road trip τέτοια αποτυχία πρώτη φορά. Πόλεις με ανύπαρκτη ρυμοτομία, αισχρό αποχετευτικό με αποτέλεσμα να μυρίζει παντού. Ανύπαρκτο οδικό δίκτυο. Χιλιάδες κόσμος που ήταν αδύνατον να απορροφηθεί από τις υποδομές τους. Πολύ σκουπίδι στις παραλίες και τα υποτιθέμενα beach bar να βαρανε όλα μαζί την μουσική στο τέρμα. Ένα Χ Α Ο Σ!!!!! Ένα ΤΣΙΡΚΟ!!!! Από εκεί και πέρα ο καθένας μπορεί να πάει και να σχηματίσει...