Foundationers of a budget recreation on the lion of fascinating nature choose Montenegro. Tourism in the country is sufficiently developed, and the morals and the language of local residents are quite similar to our. Risan is one of the oldest cities in Montenegro, it is a resort and develops at the expense of tourists.
City `s history
The city of Risan (Rhizon) is located on the bank of the Bay of the Bay, has access to the Adriatic Sea . This valley is at the foot of the Mount Oren, the mountainous part protects Rocan from strong winds, making the climate dry, which, in turn, helps it easier to endure heat.
The first mention of the ancient rizan dates from the IV century to our era. In those days, the city was the capital of the Illyrian state and had his personal Deity of Medaurus depicted in the form of a rider with a spear.
As a result of numerous wars and invasions, the city captured or devastated the Romans, Slavic and Assyrian tribes, Serbs, the Ottoman Empire. In 1688, the city became part of the Venice republic, later he was captured by France, eventually moved to Yugoslavia. The influence of all invaders is overlooked in architecture and local cuisine. The best period of the time for Rizan was the era of the Roman Board (I-II centuries. AD).
Now Rankan is the city of Independent Montenegro with a small population (a little more than 2500 people). The city has a port, hotel, school and wellness center. Most often, he is visited by lovers of environmentally friendly holidays. Here are beautiful views, sea, beautiful nature, nice climate.
It is worth noting the purity of the air of this quiet place: there are no industrial buildings in the city, and many coniferous trees are growing in the forests, in particular, cypresses.
How to get?
From Moscow to Rizan can be reached by plane. Moscow-Tivat in the summer will cost about 7 thousand rubles. In Montenegro, two airports from which can be reached to the resort town.
- Tivat. Located at 17 kilometers from Risana, this is the nearest airport to the city. Climb buses depart from the bus station with the intervals of about an hour. Of course, if there is baggage, public transport is not the most convenient option for movement, but budget: the cost of the trip will be about 2 euros.
- Podgorica. The airport bus station sends a lot of flight buses towards Rysan, the difference in remoteness. From Podgorica will take about three hours. You must first check the route: there are regular buses that do not drive to the city you need.
Of course, it will be more convenient to take a taxi from the airport, but this method is quite expensive, although taxi drivers awaiting just the traveled tourists, a lot. In order to save on the services of private carriers, you can Book a flight Taxi from Risan airport in advance: or through a travel company, or through the airport.
Another convenient way is to rent a car that can be issued in big cities.
What to see?
Despite the rich history, there are quite few attractions in Risan. One of the most famous is Roman mosaic in an ancient villa. Recently, the wrecks of the villas were renovated, and now tourists can observe and explore the floors decorated with drawings, which are already more than two thousand years.
The Villa itself includes patio, swimming pool (created to collect rainwater) and a couple of surviving rooms. The uniqueness of this building is an old mosaic, it is a very painstaking work of ancient masters. There shows the ancient God of Sleep Hynos - this is the only surviving image of the Divine.
Many excursions are held in Risan both in the other resorts of Montenegro and in neighboring countries: Serbia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, etc. These are two-day and one-day information tours. In order not to spend much, you can take a tour of the city or to nearby caves.
The city itself can also be considered a landmark, there are small vintage buildings, provincial houses and narrow streets with old paved roads. In the city it is worth a visit:
- Palace, where Mark Ivelich lived;
- The main Orthodox Church of the Saints Paul and Peter;
- Risana Park;
- Gabel's street with old buildings and bridge, where the passage on cars is prohibited.
The main advantage of the city and, perhaps, the whole Montenegro is its fabulous nature. Despite the simplicity of landscapes, they are able to be a combination of mountains, sea, coniferous forests, rocky ravines, cliffs and rocks.
How to spend leisure?
Risan's beaches mostly gentle, which is perfect for families with children. Their length is about one kilometer. The Teut's hotel has concrete blocks, for residents of the hotel there are free sun loungers and umbrellas, on all other beaches they can be rented. The main beach of the city is covered with pebbles, the width of the beaches in Risana reaches 10 meters.
Reviews about Risana beaches are mostly positive, but sometimes water is painted in a brown orange color, this is a seasonal phenomenon that occurs due to algae and large waves. By infrastructure, the beaches are well developed, there are water rides, cafes and toilets, close to bathing zones. The safety of tourists is watching rescuers, at the main beach of Risana there is a medical center. A large minus is a close location of the automotive highway.
To avoid road noise, it is enough to choose the beach in front of the hotel.
In restaurants and cafes are offered an abundance of sea dishes, mussels use in great demand. In addition to fish dishes, there are many fresh fruits, Food is basically boiled or baked.
There are also club clubs in the city, but they work until a certain hour, so as not to interfere with the sleeping city.
Rest in Risan for reviews is suitable for people looking for solitude from urban bustle, and couples with children. Immerse yourself in the size life of a small provincial town, stroll through coniferous forests, wander through the old streets - such a rest will be too calm, and a long stay in such an environment can bother, only if you do not have a car that gives you the opportunity to get into other cities in Montenegro.
City review of the tourist's eyes later.