Crnogorski 
Русский 
At the very entrance to the Bay of Kotor is Herceg Novi - a city full of stories that are revealed slowly, while walking along the sea, under the walls of fortresses and in the shade of mimosas. Its streets, fortresses, monasteries and festivals tell the story of the time when kings, sailors and artists set foot in this area. And it is here, between tradition and modern times, that a special magic is born that leaves every visitor breathless.
Herceg Novi was founded in 1382, when the Bosnian king Tvrtko I Kotromanić built a fortified city in this strategic place, at the very entrance to the Bay of Kotor, which was originally called Sveti Stefan. Thanks to its location between the sea and the mountains, the new city had an important trade and defense role from the beginning, but also the character of an open port through which merchants, sailors and travelers of different cultures passed. Over the following centuries, Herceg Novi often changed masters, from Bosnian and Ottoman rule, through Spanish and Venetian rule, to the Austro-Hungarian period. Each of these layers has left a recognizable mark on the architecture, fortifications and urban fabric of the city, shaping its current identity as a place with a rich and layered history.
Everything that Herceg Novi has been through the centuries is now transformed into an experience for travelers. The city offers fortresses overlooking the bay, spiritual places in the shade of cypress trees, promenades by the sea that connect settlements and people, as well as events that give it a lively rhythm even out of season. This is why Herceg Novi is equally interesting to those who come for history, nature, culture or simply for the feeling of the Mediterranean.
One of the most recognizable symbols of the city is the Kanli Tower, a fortress from 1539 built by the Turks, and expanded over the centuries by other cultures. Its name literally means “bloody tower”, reminiscent of the difficult moments from the past when it served as a prison, but also of all the layers of Herceg Novi’s history. Today, it has been transformed into a beautiful open-air amphitheater with a capacity of over 1,000 visitors, where concerts, cultural evenings and the prestigious Herceg Novi Film Festival take place in the summer. Every year, the fortress attracts fans of the seventh art from the region and the world. This festival, whose tradition the city has cherished for decades, combines modern film expressions with historical architecture that preserves the traces of time.
In Njegoševa Street, at number 65, is the house of Ivo Andrić, built in the period from 1962 to 1963, when the Nobel laureate moved from Belgrade with his wife Milica. Herceg Novi is the only city in which Andrić built a house, choosing this coastal area for a quieter, more secluded phase of his life. It was here, far from diplomatic salons and major European capitals, that the Nobel laureate found the peace needed for thinking and writing. The house is modest, unobtrusive, almost silent - as if he deliberately did not want to stand out, but to serve work and solitude. Today, the house has a memorial character and represents an important point on the cultural map of Herceg Novi.
Just a few minutes' walk from the hustle and bustle of the city, hidden among dense pines and Mediterranean vegetation, lies the Savina Monastery, a spiritual center that dates back to the 11th century. This Orthodox complex with three churches and a treasury rich in relics bears witness to the spiritual tradition of Boka Kotorska. A visit to Savina leaves a special impression - a walk through the gardens, Orjen mountain, which protects Herceg Novi with its slopes and further enhances the feeling of harmony between the sea, nature and spiritual heritage.
When winter still holds its breath, Herceg Novi already celebrates mimosa - a flower that symbolizes the warmth and awakening of nature. The Mimosa Festival, which takes place every February and March, is one of the most famous cultural and tourist events on the Montenegrin coast. During the manifestation, the city turns into a colorful carnival, with masquerade balls, concerts, exhibitions and gastronomic events, and the yellow mimosa flower full of optimism adorns every corner of the city.
Certainly, there is no complete experience of Herceg Novi without a walk along the sea along the famous Pet Danica promenade. This promenade, about seven kilometers long, which starts in the old town and extends all the way to Igalo, offers spectacular views of the bay and the mountain slopes of Orjena. In the early dawn, only the murmur of the sea and the chirping of birds can be heard here, while in the evening the city is bathed in the golden light of the sunset. The name of the promenade is associated with five young women - Danica, a member of the partisan movement from the Second World War, who died during the battle, so the promenade was named in their honor after the war, preserving the memory of local history and suffering.
If you experience all these stories as an invitation to get to know Herceg Novi slowly and thoroughly, then Carine hotels in Herceg Novi are an excellent starting point for such a trip. Accommodation by the sea, comfort and facilities in the hotel give you the luxury to plan your day without rushing, to spend part of your time in complete relaxation, and part in exploring the city. After a walk or excursion, you return to peace, good service and an atmosphere that turns your stay into a real vacation.
