The city was a tribal settlement and a Roman caravan stop, then a feudal state known as Ribnica. The name Podgorica dates to 1326.
They were conquered by the Ottomans, then the Austrians, Italians, and Germans…only to be named Titograd under Yugoslav dictator Josip Tito. They went back to Podgorica in 1992.
Nav:
Not much of the old city survived WWII. There are great park spaces to walk.
Clock Tower dates to the Ottoman period.Old Ribnica River Bridge, dating to Roman times.People with spray paint and too much time.Millennium Bridge. A lifeline between the old and new parts of town.Petrovic Castle is now an art museum.Heading north out of the country, you’ll drive along the gorgeous Piva River and Dutimore National Park!Nicolas I. The first and only king of Montenegro. Independence Square
Nosh:
Rakija, rakia, rachiu, rakı or rakiya…it’s a fruit liquor like brandy or schnapps. It’s all over the Balkans. It is not like Turkish raki, which is a licorice / anise flavored spirit.
Tamno toceno dark and Niksicko lagerDry white wine with pear notesApple rakija
Nip:
Pod Volat is a popular restaurant serving local dishes.
Pizza by the slice from Mimi’s Fast Food. Taste was alright for the price and convenience. Podgoricki popeci (ham and cheese rolls) at Pod Volat are a traditional dish but they aren’t good. Sauce on top is gross and the breading easily separates from the filling.The teleci ranjici (veal kebabs) at Pod Volat are excellent. Well seasoned and cooked perfectly medium rare.
