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And, in my opinion, one of the most unkempt cities in the country. The town of Niksic looks more like a huge village than a city. However, this city has some attractions that you can see. It is hardly worth going to Niksic purposefully to explore the sights located there, but routes pass through this city on the way to more interesting cities, and on the way to this or that place it is quite possible to stop in Niksic and spend an hour exploring this location. In particular, the shortest road from to Niksic passes through Niksic, and you will often drive through this city if you are traveling from the coast to. And, as I already wrote, despite the fact that the attractions in Niksic are secondary, along the way you can stop and explore the surroundings a little.

Before moving on to the city's attractions, a little history. Niksic was founded by the Romans in the 4th century. As a matter of fact, the Romans did NOT build a city, but a military camp, on the site of which in the 5th century the Ostrogoths built a fortress, from which the city of Niksic was subsequently formed.

At the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, the city developed rapidly, this is due to the fact that the Turks were expelled from the region, which led to an influx of new residents into the city and accelerated industrial development of the city. Also, many attractions were built at that time.

After the end of the Second World War, the city was reconstructed, its population increased 10 times. Currently, the city of Niksic is an important industrial center of Montenegro; a significant part of the country's large enterprises are located in the city.

The distance from Niksic to other cities in Montenegro is illustrated in the table below.

Distance from Niksic to other cities, in km.
	53
	83
	95
	110
	85
	104
	94

How to get to Niksic

If you are traveling to Niksic specifically to visit this city and do not plan to go further and look in other locations, you can take the bus.

If you plan, as I advised, to visit Niksic on the way to other places, then by bus such a trip with several stops will not be convenient, it is better to take it to.

Attractions in Niksic

Finally, we have reached the main thing, why go to Niksic in the first place. In the city you can see the following attractions:

Arriving in Niksic, you can walk for a couple of minutes around Sloboda Square, this is the main square in the city. Of course, this is not the center of Paris, but it still looks good.

Not far from the square is Church of St. Basil. It was erected in honor of the memory of the fighters who died in the struggle for the country's independence.

Visit Church of St. Peter and Paul, which was built in the 16th century. The church is famous for housing a rich collection of frescoes.

You can see the ruins Bedem fortress(XVIII century). The fortress was built by the Turks.

Also, there are several lakes in the region, for example, salt lake, which are considered attractions of Montenegro and attract tourists. In particular, the observation decks offer a very good view of the salt lake. When I take an excursion from Herceg Novi to Durmitor, I always stop the car above this lake.

Accommodation in Niksic

To be honest, I don’t really understand why you might need to book accommodation in Niksic, but if you need it, then check out the offers.

Shops and restaurants in Niksic

There are fewer shops in the city than in Podgorica, but, nevertheless, the selection of some goods here is very good. For example, one of the two largest furniture stores in Montenegro is located in Niksic. I'm just going to go to this store in the near future to choose a computer desk there.

As for restaurants, in numerical terms there are much fewer of them than on the coast or in Podgorica, but, nevertheless, there are plenty of places where you can eat, you will not remain hungry. The restaurants are mostly good.

In conclusion, I will insert a few photos of Niksic.

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Its most important economic center and beer capital of the country. There are many cultural and historical places, interesting cafes and restaurants concentrated here.

Location

Niksic is located in the northwestern part of Montenegro, in the valley of the Zeta River, at an altitude of about 650 m above sea level, surrounded by several picturesque lakes (Slano, Krupac, Liverovici).

History of Niksic

The first mentions of settlements in the area of the current city date back to the 4th century BC. In those years, a Roman military camp called Anagastum was located on this site. From those times to the present day, ancient artifacts have been preserved in Niksic, which, as archaeologists find them, are transferred to the city’s Local History Museum.

The Slavs came here in the Middle Ages. Then came the period of domination of the Ottoman Empire, and Niksic became one of the outposts of the Turks. After King Nicholas I came to power, the city experienced favorable changes - it was liberated, and then began to actively develop and be built up. Niksic received the appearance of the modern city after the Second World War, when it was significantly updated and reconstructed: the Royal Palace, the Tsar's Bridge, the city center with a square and a park recreation area, etc. appeared.

Climate in the city

A temperate continental climate prevails here. In winter (from December to February) the temperature columns show +5...+7°C, there is no frost. In summer it is warm and sunny, the air warms up to +20..+25°C. It rains mainly in spring and autumn, with little precipitation in summer. Nikšić is a period from May to September, although in general you can visit all year round, as the city is replete with interesting places and opportunities for any weather.

Sights of Niksic in Montenegro

If you are planning to visit Niksic, be sure to check out this brief overview of the most interesting places in the city:

Holidays in Niksic

When traveling to the city of Niksic you can choose for yourself:

leisure. For lovers of mountaineering and mountain slopes, the Vucje ski complex was built near the city, on the slope of Krnov. It has 4 trails of varying difficulty levels and a total length of about 3 km;
ecotourism. Visit the nearby lakes Liperovich, Krupachko, Krupac, and Slano, as well as the Zeta river. In addition to relaxing in the lap of nature, you can go fishing, and if you’re lucky, take part in sport fishing competitions;
beach holiday. On Lake Krupac, beaches were specially equipped for recreation for residents and guests of the city and a motel was built;
hiking. City tour with a visit to the art monuments described above, cozy streets, galleries, museums, etc. will not leave you indifferent;
festivals. If you are planning to come to Niksic in September, you can witness the Culture Days taking place here, aimed mainly at lovers of poetry and theater arts.

Accommodation and meals

In the city of Niksic, there are restaurants of varying levels of service available to vacationers, so you can choose an establishment to suit your taste and budget. The most popular hotels among tourists who come here include Vucje, Trebjesa, Vukov Most, Hotel Onogost. The rating of city restaurants is headed by such establishments as Turisticko naselje Koliba, Portun, Kolibe, Kastel. Prices in cafes and restaurants are moderate. Guests of the city are especially fond of the Nik and Nikshichko beers produced at the local brewery.

How to get there?

The closest international one to Niksic. Trains and buses depart from the capital and other settlements of Montenegro to Niksic. Due to the fact that road transport links here are at the highest level, Niksic can be reached by car from almost any city in the country, since it is located at the intersection of several routes and junctions.

The journey from Podgorica will take about 1 hour. If you go to Niksic from coastal cities, you will have to spend 1.5-2 hours on the road.

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Niksic is located in the valley of the same name, at the foot of Mount Trebiesa, being the second most populous city in the territory. Today, it serves as an important industrial center, and also acts as a transport hub connecting various regions and settlements of the country. In the vicinity of the city, researchers at one time found many unique artifacts of the prehistoric era, which are now displayed in the halls of numerous archaeological museums.

Peculiarities

As a large industrial center and the capital of the municipality of the same name, Niksic enjoys high prestige in its country, being considered one of the most developed and progressive cities in Montenegro. Financial stability is provided by local manufacturing enterprises and factories, as well as tourists who regularly visit these places. Located far from the sea and devoid of traditional resort pleasures, Niksic, nevertheless, has unique natural beauty, boasts a number of interesting attractions and excellent conditions for lovers of active recreation. The infrastructure is well developed here, there are inexpensive hotels, cozy restaurants and entertainment venues. Low houses are combined with a lot of greenery, and the mountain peaks visible in the distance seem to encircle the city, protecting it from strong winds.

general information

The area of Niksic is quite significant compared to other cities in Montenegro, and the population is small and amounts to about 60 thousand people. Time lags behind Moscow by 1 hour in summer and 2 in winter. Time zone UTC+1 and UTC+2 in the summer. Telephone code (+382) 40. Official website www.niksic.me.

A brief excursion into history

The first permanent settlement on these lands was founded by the Romans, who built a military camp on the site of an old Gothic village. In the Middle Ages, the Slavs came here and named the city Onogosht. Subsequently, the region was ruled by the Turks for a long time, whose rule ended in 1877, when Nikola Petrovic-Njegos reigned in Montenegro. After this, the population of the city, by that time already called Niksic, began to increase rapidly. At the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, new enterprises appeared here, transport links were improved, infrastructure improved, and educational and cultural institutions appeared. To a large extent, the Second World War had a bad impact on the well-being of the city, plunging it into the abyss of chaos and destruction. Only several decades later it fully recovered, but internal contradictions between the former Yugoslav countries on the Balkan Peninsula again caused economic decline. As a result, only by the mid-2000s, the capital of the Niksic municipality was revived and gained stability.

Climate

Niksic has a temperate continental climate. Winter here is cool, but not frosty, and summer is usually warm and sunny, when the thermometer fluctuates between +20..+25 degrees. Most of the precipitation usually occurs in autumn and spring, although there is also rain in the summer. You can come here at any time of the year, but the most pleasant pastime is accompanied by the period from May to September.

How to get there

The nearest international airport is located 70 km from Niksic, in. The city is connected with it, as well as with other neighboring regions and settlements of the country, through intercity rail and bus services.

Transport

Within the city limits, buses are also the main means of transportation.

Attractions and entertainment

The central place of Niksic is its main square - Sloboda, from where 6 streets diverge in different directions at once. Here you can see a monument to King Nikola Petrovic-Njegos and an original brutalist modernist fountain called “Birds”, created in 2005 by sculptor Milan Cvorovic. Nearby stands a column with a statue of Our Lady and Jesus with halos, donated to the city by the Russian government. Next to the square is the monumental cathedral church of St. Basil of Ostrog, built between 1985 and 1900 on a picturesque hill. The construction of the temple is dedicated to the memory of Montenegrin soldiers who died during the war of 1875-1880. The church is surrounded by a nice park with an abundance of trees, plants and green lawns. It is interesting that among the people who donated money for the construction of the holy monastery was the Russian Emperor Nicholas II. Today, the cathedral is active and constantly attracts an impressive number of parishioners. Among other objects worthy of attention, it is worth highlighting the Palace of Princes, considered an example of the Renaissance style, the ancient Bedem fortress built by the Turks, the local history museum, the exquisite Royal Bridge and the Trebjesa forest park, which has a reputation as a wonderful place for walks.

Among the excursion routes, trips to the lakes Slano, Krupac and Liperovichi are especially impressive, characterized by incredible cleanliness and very refreshing on hot summer days. Tourists who are interested in the history of Orthodoxy should definitely visit the Zhupa Monastery, covered in legends and tales. It was destroyed many times, but was restored each time. In the vicinity of the city there are a number of unique excavations dating from the eras of the Illyrian period, Roman rule and the Middle Ages. In the winter season, sports lovers can enjoy the slopes of Krnov and the Vucje ski center, about 20 km from Niksic. Despite its small size and very limited number of pistes, this resort is quite attractive and perfect for family skiing.

Kitchen

There are plenty of culinary establishments in the capital of the Niksic municipality, and you can often enjoy tasting national Montenegrin dishes here for a reasonable fee. Among the drinks, it is worth paying attention to beer of the Nik and Nikishichko brands, produced at the local brewery.

Shopping

Shops and retail stalls display a rich assortment of products in all directions.

Beautiful architecture and a variety of natural landscapes, combined with the hospitality of local residents and well-developed infrastructure, are the main advantages of Niksic, which can give a lot of positive impressions even to experienced travelers.

The city of Niksic is located in the central part of the country at the foot of Trebiesa Mountains, 50 km from . Many federal highways and various roads intersect here leading from the Adriatic Sea coast inland. A road passes through the city connecting Podgorica with. The area surrounding the city is no less beautiful than the highlands of Montenegro - there are also lakes (Liverovici), monumental mountains rise around (the height of Niksic itself is 630 m above sea level), and the river flows past Zeta River.

City `s history.

Niksic was founded by the Romans as a fortified military camp in the 4th century BC. e. on the site of an old Gothic settlement at the intersection of important roads. Then he had the name Anagastum. The Slavs who came to the region in the Middle Ages renamed the city's Roman name to Onogosht. After the Ottoman conquest, the Turks once again renamed the city - now it became known as Niksic, and a Turkish fortress was built here. Gradually, the inhabitants became cramped within the fortress walls and they moved to the valley, where the main city later arose.

Turkish rule ended in 1877 when Nikšić liberated army of Nikola I Petrovic Njegos, the expulsion of the Ottoman Empire gave a new impetus to the development of the city - rapid construction began here, and the population began to grow. Most of the buildings from this period of development are associated with the name of the architect Josipa Slide for example, he built Cathedral of Vasily Ostrozhsky, Nikola Petrovich Njegosh's Palace, Tsar's Bridge, several parks and many other objects.

In 1883, a development plan for Nikšić was drawn up, which began to be implemented architect-urban planner Josip Slade from Trogir. The first three decades after the plan was drawn up are characterized by the explosive growth of urban production and trade, and the establishment of various cultural and educational organizations in the city. By 1900, various attractions had been built in Nikšić: Orthodox Church of St. Basil, Royal Palace, main city square with six streets radiating from it, several parks.

After World War II the city was renewed and reconstructed. Nikšić grew tenfold and became one of the important industrial centers of Montenegro.

Niksic is the second largest industrial center of Montenegro after Podgorica. The metallurgical plant "Niksicka Zeljezara", a bauxite mine, the brewery "Niksicka Pivara" and other large enterprises are located here. The wars of the collapse of Yugoslavia passed Montenegro, but left Niksic's factories without suppliers and markets, which caused a complete decline in production that lasted until the end of the 90s. Many of the city's businesses were closed, others fell into disrepair. Nikšić's business life began to recover only at the beginning of the new millennium. The surviving factories were privatized and have now adapted to the new conditions. However, these enterprises cannot employ as many workers as they employed during socialist Yugoslavia. Therefore, the city’s economy is gradually transforming towards a service economy. The well-being of the city rests on three large enterprises: a metallurgical plant, a bauxite mine and the Trebjesa brewery, which produces popular beer "Nikšičko", which is sold throughout Montenegro and the region.

Attractions.

The city has several interesting attractions that you must visit. It's worth starting with central square, from where the streets diverge to the north and east, and thereby form a “web”. Not far from the square are Palace-Museum of Nikola I Petrovic Njegos in the Renaissance style, which now houses a museum of local folklore, a city park and Freedom Square.

Fans of historical monuments will also be able to see at the entrance to the city ancient Turkish fortress Bedem.

The fortress was built by the Turks in the 18th century after their conquest of the Slavic Onogosht. They surrounded with fortress walls only the upper city, where the Ottoman administration was located, while the lower part of the settlement, inhabited by artisans, was outside the fortifications and had its own defense system. The fortress has always been the site of battles for the city during numerous wars, the last battle near the walls of the bastion took place in 1878, when Niksic was liberated Montenegrin Prince Nicholas I.

Must visit Church of St. Basil of Ostrog, which was built in the 19th century. The Church of St. Basil preserves the memory of the heroes of Montenegro who gave their lives for its freedom. The temple is beautiful in itself, and what makes it even better is the park around it. This architectural ensemble is called Saborna.

Visit the bridges on the Moštanica, Tsarski and Vukov rivers. It is considered one of the most beautiful bridge structures in the country. It belongs to the creative heritage of the famous architect Josip Slaide and was built at the end of the 19th century with money Russian Emperor Alexander III, in whose honor it received its “royal” name. The bridge is located at the exit from Niksic along the route of the old road to Podgorica and crosses Pandurica River. The stone structure is about 269 m long, the embankment on both sides of the bridge extends for almost 600 m. The bridge structure contains 18 arches, the maximum span is 13 m. In the lower part of the structure, in the area over the Panduritsa River, there is a small pedestrian bridge.

In the middle of the Niksic cemetery you can find the oldest church in the area, which bears the names Saints Peter and Paul, which is a rather rare name among the numerous Montenegrin temples. According to legend, this church dates back to the 9th century, and St. Sava himself, the first patriarch of the Serbian Orthodox Church, once served in it. The church is located in the center of Niksic on the territory of the city cemetery and not far from the Cathedral of St. Basil of Ostrog.

Among other things, the ancient Turkish mosque Hadji-Smailov, and in close proximity to the city an ancient human settlement was discovered - red rock(Crvena stijena).

The city hosts numerous international festivals such as the International Actors Festival, the International Chamber Music Festival and the International Guitar Festival. At the end of summer there are famous in Montenegro "September Days", during which theater and film evenings, meetings with local poets and writers, and various exhibitions were organized.

What to see in the vicinity of the city?

Niksic welcomes connoisseurs of alpine skiing with little experience. On slope of Krnov, near the canyon of the Komarnica River, less than 20 km from the city is located Vuchje ski center(Vucje). Vacationers have at their disposal 4 trails (their total length is about 3 km) and three ski lifts. The slopes are gentle, which is convenient and safe for mastering alpine skiing.

For those interested in the history of Orthodoxy, we recommend visiting Župa Monastery. The history of the creation of the monastery is full of unexpected turns and drama. Legend has it that it was originally built on the right bank of the Gračanica River, but was soon destroyed by a devastating rockfall. The monastery was restored, but history repeated itself. Then local residents dismantled the remains of the monastery literally brick by brick and moved the building to the other side of the river. But - again failure - the Turks burned it. And only at the end of the 19th century the monastery was rebuilt in the form it has now.

In the vicinity of the city in 1960, a Perucica hydroelectric power station, which contributed to the formation of three artificial lakes: Krupac, Slano and Vrtac. These lakes blend so organically into the natural landscape and are beautiful that they gradually became favorite vacation spots for residents. Many say that this is the best place for walking in the area - Food and accommodation .

Niksic is as hospitable as other cities in Montenegro. You can find and choose any type of accommodation for your holiday: rent a private apartment, book a room in a hotel/inn, or rent a villa or private house. You can choose suitable accommodation on the page of our partner - the Booking company.

The city of Niksic is famous for its brewery “Niksicka Pivara”, whose products (dark and light, in glass and tin) can be found in any store. There is also a metallurgical plant there and it is the second most populous city in Montenegro after Podgorica. And, of course, like almost any city in Montenegro, there is an “old town”.
There is enough information to take a look at this city while passing by. But only on the condition that you don’t mind the time and inconvenience with obstacles make your life more interesting.

When entering Niksic, you might think that you are entering a “bad” Soviet Union. Gray, shabby buildings and a feeling of scarcity in almost everything. Personally, I wanted to eat, so the shortage of public eating places immediately caught my eye. The cafes are small and do not offer meals. The local pizzeria turned out to be very smoky, and the interior decoration was not pleasing. In search of food, I had to walk quite a long time and ask and go into establishments to find out that there was nothing to profit from except drinks.
As a result, food was found in the restaurant of a 3-star hotel. The place is gloomy and grayish, with a touch of the same Soviet Union. Perhaps, of course, there were more pleasant places, but passers-by did not know about them, and I simply didn’t want to look for them. The chef was a success with the classic “ligni na heat” (grilled squid), which can be found in the vast majority of restaurants. The price was also the same as the average everywhere else - 8 euros.

If you eat in advance, in Niksic you can visit the beautiful white church on the hill. I wasn't inside, because... I didn't eat beforehand.

After lunch, you can also head to the ruins of the fortress, which remind you of the city's former glory. It is very difficult to find them without the help of locals, and even with help it was not possible right away.
There is a parking lot next to the ruins, but there was a mountain of garbage on it - a small branch of a garbage dump. Entrance to the attraction is free, there are no signs.

The fortress itself is not big, but there is a lot to see. The stairs and some paths are well preserved, as is the bridge. There is a semblance of a hall where there are chairs and, apparently, concerts are held in the summer.

Dogs also live there. Stray dogs have never made me happy, these are no exception.

At first they barked terribly, but then they became friends and let us see the fortress. Although, compared to other “old towns” in Montenegro, this fortress is the pranks of gloomy children and is not much to see. A neglected place.

When one dog, the size of a German Shepherd, became “very” friendly with me and put its paw on my leg and did not let me walk... It became clear that it was time for me to go. It's time to leave the fortress and Niksic.
Not far from Niksic there is also the Royal (aka Tsarsky) Bridge. Near it there is a sign that says why it is so famous and beautiful. Yes, the bridge is solid and somewhat similar to the Charles Bridge in Prague, but without the grace and statues. Nothing special.
If you visit Niksic as one of the first Montenegrin cities, you will probably find it interesting. But, if you don’t have a lot of time, then it’s better to drive past it. Again this is just my humble opinion.