MontenegroOstrog Orthodox Monastery

Ostrog Orthodox Monastery

M2FJ+W64, Dabovići, Montenegro

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7 Days travel guide to Montenegro 🇲🇪 (Part 2) ▶️ Day 4 - Visit Praskvica Monastery in Sveti Stefan - Say Bye to Sveti Stefan and Drive to Kotor - Lunch at Kotor Old town - Book a 3 hour boat tours (pre-booking recommended) - Stay the night in Kotor ▶️ Day 5 - If you like some thrills, drive to the famous Kotor Serpentine road for the best views of Kotor Bay. (Horozont cafe is also on the same road) - Hike the ladder of Kotor to visit San Giovanni Fortress. - Enjoy dinner in waterfront restaurants - Stay the night in Kotor ▶️ Day 6 - Drive from Kotor to Perast - Wander the Waterfront - Visit the musuem - Have a relaxing day at the Beach or drive to near by town Risan - Stay the night in Perast ▶️ Day 7 - Drive to Ostrog Monastery - On the way to the Monastery, look out for Lake Slansko viewpoint. - Stop at one of the viewpoint, buy something from the local vendors - Visit Ostrog Monastery, most important religious landmark - Drive back to Podgorica - Stay the night at Podgorica or fly back ✈️ Hope you like the itinerary ❤️❤️ #visitmontenegro #kotormontenegro #kotorviewpoint #visafreetravel #visafreetravelforindians #spiralflyerineurope #uktravelblogger #ostrogmonastery #montenegroitinerary #perast #montenegro #bestplacestogo Visa free travel | Visit Montenegro | Montenegro Itinerary | Visa free travel for UK residents

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Save places you should visit in Montenegro: - Kotor old town - Perast - Durmitor National park (Žabljak, Crno jezero) - Lake Skadar - Đurđevića Bridge - Ostrog monastery - Sveti Stefan - Lovcen National Park - Prokletije National Park - Rijeka Crnojevića - Porto Montenegro Follow for more travel recommendations🤍 . . . #montenegro #kotor #kotormontenegro #kotoroldtown #montenegro🇲🇪 #visitmontenegro #balkans #crnagora #crnagora🇲🇪 #montenegrotravel #kotorbay #balkantrip #visitbalkan #traveldestinations #bestplacestovisit #travelplaces #europetravels #europetravelling #europedestinations

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Ostrog Monaste is a true miracle, made by joint efforts of nature and mankind. It is a monastery carved into an almost vertical cliff of mountain called Ostroska Greda at the height of 900 meters above sea level. From here one can enjoy the spectacular view of the Bjelopavlici plain. Since ole times the caves of the mountain were home for hermits, who used them for seclusion and praying. However the place became known only in the 17th century, after the monastery was founded by Vasilije, the Metropolitan Bishop of Herzegovina. He died in 1671 and after was pronounces Saint for his faith, sinless life, kindness and help to people. He was proclaimed Saint Basil of Ostrog. His body is enshrined in a burial-vault kept in the cave-church, dedicated to the Presentation of the Mother of God to the Temple. The Ostrog monastery is not only an Orthodox sanctuary, but it is also visited by followers of all religions throughout the world, who come here to pay homage to the relics of the Saint Vasilije, in search of a cure for their body and soul. After the tomb of Jesus Christ and the Mountain Athos, the monastery of Ostrog is the third most visited shrine in the Christian world. Where to stay in the Ostrog Monastery? The monastery can be easily reached from the towns of Podgorica and Niksic. That is the reason why the easiest way to visit Ostrog is to either take a one-day excursion that Globtour Montenegro offers you, or to get there by taxi or rent-a-car. In this case you can just include Ostrog, as a point to see during your holiday in Montenegro, and stay at the seaside. On the other hand if you would like to feel all the sanctity of this unbelievable place, it offers you few variants of accommodation. The first opportunity is to stay in the dormitory the monastery offers to the pilgrims. It is located at the foot of the upper mountain very near to the Lower monastery. The second, surely more comfortable option, is to stay in the village of Bogetici, near the bottom of the mountain in a place called Kolibe (at a distance of 5 km from the Ostrog Monastery). This place offers accommodation in wooden bungalows and has all the needed facilities. It is located at the very beginning of the pilgrim path that leads to the great Orthodox Sanctuary. What to see in the monastery? Due to its spectacular architecture and location the Ostrog Monastery is a true symbol of faith and purity of soul. It is a place where true miracles happen, where people gain peace, where those who are ill get cured, and those who have lost their way in life find their piece of mind. The Ostrog monastery consists of Upper and Lower monastery. Upper monastery has two churches: Presentation of the Mary to the Temple, a resting place of the Saint Vasilije’s relics, and Holy Cross. The churches are decorated with frescos painted by famous painters in the 17th century, which are partly painted on the rocks of Ostrog mountain. Lower monastery was built in the 19th century and consists of the Holy Trinity church, monastic residances and religious school from the 18th century. Nowadays regular liturgies are held here, as well as baptism and weddings are performed. There is a. 5 km long road from the Lower to the Upper monastery, but also a shorter foot path through the woods wich can be crossed in about 25 minutes. In order to experience the magnitude of this place you should walk this path as the most humble of pilgrims. The Ostrog monastery in not only religious, but also cultural and historical monument. It testifies about the past and present time, about belief, culture and tradition of the people how have lived here for centuries. Many legends and sayings are related to this Saint place It is believed that after his death on the 29th of April 1671, Saint Basil began to appear in the dreams of Father – Superior of the Monastery, telling him to open his coffin. The moncs did as they were told and saw that the body hadn’t become demoralized. From than on the relics of Saint Basil became a true sanctuary. A grapevine grew up from the stone on the spot w

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Since ole times the caves of the mountain were home for hermits, who used them for seclusion and praying. However the place became known only in the 17th century, after the monastery was founded by Vasilije,...

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– in a cliff face 900m above the Zeta valley, the gleaming white Ostrog Monastery is the most important site in Montenegro for Orthodox Christians, attracting up to a million visitors annually. Even with its numerous pilgrims, tourists and souvenir stands, it’s a strangely affecting place. A guesthouse near the Lower Monastery offers tidy single-sex dorm rooms, while in summer sleeping mats are provided for free to pilgrims in front of the Upper Monastery The Lower Monastery (Donji...

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My visit to Ostrog Monastery in Montenegro was a truly awe-inspiring and spiritual experience. If you’re seeking a place of profound beauty and serenity, Ostrog Monastery is a must-visit destination.

Nestled amidst the breathtaking cliffs of Montenegro, the monastery is a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. As I made my way up the winding path, the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes unfolded before my eyes, setting the stage for an unforgettable journey.

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