Njegoš Mausoleum

The mausoleum sits atop the Jezerski Vrh mountain peak and the viewing platform offers 360 degree views of the Montenegrin coast, Lake Skadar, Albania and Croatia. This makes it one of the highest mausoleums in the world

Be prepared for a challenging drive to the mausoleum due to narrow roads with tight bends. Reaching the top from the parking involves climbing 461 steps, with no step-free access available. The parking lot at the top is tiny. In peak summer, you might have to park 500 meters down the road and walk up a steep asphalt incline before you even reach the stairs

At the entrance, two massive granite caryatids guard the mausoleum. Inside, the structure features a 28-ton statue of Njegoš sitting with an open book, carved from a single block of black granite. An eagle with outspread wings is carved behind Njegoš, symbolizing his enduring legacy​​

If you plan on visiting the museums in the old capital (Cetinje), buy the National Museum of Montenegro Collective Ticket (€20). It includes the Mausoleum and saves you money if you are doing a full historical day trip

Be prepared to pay twice. First, you pay the Lovćen National Park entry fee (€3) as you drive in. Then, at the base of the stairs, you pay the Mausoleum entry fee (€8).