The citadel Photo: The Citadel

The monumental complex of buildings, the fortress Citadel – one of the gems of the old Budva. This important fortification to the middle Ages is located on the southern part of the rocky reef that surrounds the town. The complex of buildings includes walls, gates, buildings and the area of the former barracks and ruins of St. Mary's Church, with partially preserved XV century.

The wall of the Citadel is decorated by the symbol of Budva is a bas – relief depicting two intertwined fish. Behind the story of the bas-relief is a legend about two lovers who could not marry against the wishes of parents. They rushed into the sea, where, according to legend, forever reunited, becoming a fish.

In the vicinity of the Citadel is also home to several churches. Operating since 1804 and still is the Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, which was built instead of a Church Piotrovskogo monastery. Here, before the Church, buried writer and political figure, known in Montenegro, Stepan Mitrov Ljubica.

St. John's Church is also located near the Citadel. In this the Catholic Church until 1828 was a city diocese of Budva. To this day preserved library with the unique books and a rich archive.

Another Church located not far from the Citadel – St. Sava. Here scientists recently discovered frescoes, believed to date back to the XII century.

The oldest in Budva Church is the Church of St. Mary de Punta in confirmation of this Latin inscription on stone Church dated to 840 a year.

In addition, in the Citadel, is a private collection of exhibits dedicated to the history of the Balkans. Among the items lots of books (single copy), historical maps, hand-drawn.

On the ground floor of the Citadel is a restaurant with a terrace East of the tower, from which you can see the island of St. Nicholas.

In addition, the ancient Citadel – the venue of the annual theatre festival "Castle Theatre". From July to August, the fortress becomes a platform for performances of drama theatres troupes and poets. Also during this period held the exhibitions of famous European artists. Musical performances are held, usually at the Church of St. Mary because of its unique acoustics and a magnificent interior.

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