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Rijeka Crnojevića
Rijeka Crnojevića
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Rijeka Crnojevića is a picturesque village located at the source of the Crnojević River, which flows into Lake Skadar
Insider Tips
When Montenegro was ruled from Cetinje, this is where the royals retreated to escape the harsh winters of the Black Mountain. The modest house of Vladika Petar I Petrović still stands and is recognizable by its ground-floor arches and upper rooms jutting out over the road
Small boats offer river and lake cruises during the tourist season for around €25 / hour. These tours provide a unique perspective of the village and its surroundings. Alternatively, kayaks can be hired from local shops operating in the area
Did you know?
Rijeka Crnojevića was an important medieval town and the capital of Montenegro under the Crnojević dynasty in the 15th century. It is also home to the first printing house in the Balkans, where the first Cyrillic books were printed