General Information
Location: Southeastern Europe
Capital: Podgorica
Population: approximately 680,000
Total area: 14,024 km²
Land: 13,812 km²
Water: 214 km²
Coastline: 294 km
Lowest point: Adriatic Sea (0 m)
Highest point: Bobotov kuk – 2,522 m (Durmitor)
Regions of Montenegro
Montenegro boasts exceptional natural diversity, ranging from high limestone massifs and karst fields to the scenic Adriatic coastline and the iconic Bay of Kotor.
Orjen – highest Dinaric massif along the Adriatic, featuring the Zubački kabao peak (1,894 m).
Crkvice – plateau on the eastern slopes of Orjen, known as the area with the highest rainfall in Europe.
Dragaljsko polje – karst field in the hinterland with distinct geomorphological features.
Grahovsko polje – expansive karst basin with significant historical and agricultural importance.
Mountain Massifs and Fields
- Orjen: Dinaric mountain range above the Bay of Kotor
- Durmitor: National Park and Bobotov kuk
- Grahovsko & Dragaljsko polje: karst landscapes
Selected Highlights
- Crkvice: European precipitation record holder
- Zubački kabao: panoramic summit of Mt. Orjen
- Bay of Kotor: unique fjord-like Adriatic bay
