[Montenegro] Kotor Fortress: a spectacular spot in a port town reminiscent of Ghibli

Access: 20 minutes walk from Kotor bus terminal to the entrance. Food & Restaurants: After entering, there are only a few simple drink shops at key locations. Shopping: None. The port city of Kotor is the most popular tourist destination in Montenegro, where half of the country is mountainous. The beach and the churches in the compact old town are the highlights, but this fortress is a great spot to see the whole cityscape. To reach the top of the fortress, you have to keep climbing steep stone steps, which is quite tough. I do weight training on a daily basis, but it took me just over 30 minutes! Hydration and protection from the sun are essential. The stairs are narrow, so when passing each other on the way up and down, you may have to walk on uneven cobblestones instead of the stairs, so non-slip shoes are a must. When you reach the top, you can see a nostalgic view that is just like a Ghibli movie. The terracotta-roofed houses crowded together in the triangular area and the port with ships passing by against the backdrop of the black mountains are definitely worth the entrance fee and the energy you'll have to spend. Be sure to check it out when you visit Kotor. #Ghibli #AmazingView #Kotor #Montenegro