Medieval History Bar and Living Traditions

Welcome aboard! Upon your arrival at the port of Bar, our Shore2Shore guide will warmly welcome you to begin this journey full of history and culture.

We will enjoy a panoramic tour through the old town of Bar, one of the most charming cities in Montenegro, famous for its pleasant climate and unique location between the sea and the Rumija mountain.

We will start our visit at the ancient city of Bar (Stari Bar), one of the most important archaeological sites from the medieval period in Europe, housing around 600 historic buildings from various eras. Illyrians, Hellenes, Romans, Byzantines, Slavs, Venetians, and Ottomans left their mark here, creating a fascinating blend of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Oriental styles. A true treasure for history lovers.

We will stroll through its cobblestone streets, where your guide will tell you the stories behind every corner, and we will have free time to visit the Ottoman bazaar, an authentic display of local traditions.

We will continue to the famous Old Olive Tree, one of the oldest in the world, estimated to be over 2000 years old. This millenary tree is a symbol of Bar, a silent witness to the changes over the centuries.

Finally, we will visit the new part of Bar, where the Orthodox Temple of Saint John Vladimir is located. On the millenary anniversary of the martyrdom of this Serbian saint king, the Patriarch of Jerusalem, Theophilos III, consecrated this church in his honor, adding a modern chapter to the city’s rich history.

At the end, we will return to the port for the farewell.

We hope you enjoy this fascinating immersion into the history, legends, and culture of Bar!