Serbia-Montenegro

Europe ultimate off the beaten path destinations

Only in February 2003 did the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia become two new nations—Serbia and Montenegro. One is a turbulent Balkan country and the other a pint-sized state bordering the Adriatic Sea, but both are undergoing economic upheaval and profound political change. Tourism is once again returning to the region as visitors take advantage of low prices and new access.

There is much to see in both provinces, and for the traveler with a sense of adventure it’s well worth the effort. With its vast mountains and plateaus, it is a scenic land of great grandeur with rivers flowing north into the Danube. Its only coastline is the Montenegrin coast, stretching for 93 miles (150km). The splendid Tara Canyon in Montenegro is the largest in Europe, and the Bay of Kotor is the only real fjord in the south of Europe. In Serbia, Belgrade, the capital city, is lively and vibrant with cultural and historic monuments, significant architecture from various eras, five-star hotels and a growing population.

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