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Located on the Adriatic coast of the Republic of Montenegro, Budva is one of the oldest settlements in the region, with over 2,500 years of history. Famous for its magnificent beaches, medieval old town and vibrant nightlife, the city is known as the jewel in the crown of Montenegrin tourism.
The Old Town of Budva, with its Venetian-style walls and stone streets, has preserved historical buildings such as the Church of St. Ivan and the Church of St. Mary. Just outside the Old Town, Budva Castle overlooks the city bay and is a popular spot for watching the Mediterranean sunset.
Blue Flag beaches such as Mogollon and Yaz are dotted around the city, with crystal clear waters suitable for diving, sailing and other water activities. The nearby island of St. Stefan is connected to the mainland by a land bridge, and this luxury resort in a converted 15th-century village has become an iconic Montenegrin sight.
Budva is about 20 kilometers from Tivat Airport, and the peak tourist season is in the summer (June-September) each year. Visitors can combine a visit to the Bay of Kotor with a visit to the Skudai Lake National Park to experience the dual charms of Montenegro's seaside and mountains.
Hum is located in the north-central Croatia Istria Peninsula, Guinness World Records certified "the world's smallest city". This miniature ancient city has a population of only about 20-30 people, but has a complete urban structure and a thousand years of history. Its iconic stone-walled hilltop castle, built in 1102 as a medieval military fortress, still retains its Romanesque architecture.
The 12th-century church of St. Jerome, with its frescoes in Gothic and Renaissance styles, remains in the old town of Khoum. The traditional annual "Election of the Mayor of Khum", in which the inhabitants of Khum vote for their leader on wooden boards, is a unique folklore that has been practiced for centuries. At the entrance to the city, the stone boulevard "Glagolitic Alley" inscribes the history of Croatian writing in the ancient Glagolitic alphabet.
Visitors can walk through the main street, which is only 100 meters long, and visit the hand-forged silver jewelry workshop in Hum and taste the local specialty, Biska. It is a 2-hour drive from the capital Zagreb, and it is recommended to combine this with a visit to the nearby town of Rovin. The best time to visit is from May to September, when you can take part in the medieval-themed summer festivals.