Montenegro

Montenegro is a country in Southeastern Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula. Its 25 municipalities have a total population of 633,158 people in an area of 13,812 km². It is bordered by Bosnia and Herzegovina to the northwest, Serbia to the northeast, Kosovo to the east, Albania to the southeast, Croatia to the west, and has a coastline along the Adriatic Sea to the southwest. The capital and largest city is Podgorica, while Cetinje is the Old Royal Capital and cultural centre.
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Some of the key events about Montenegro

  • 1496
    A devastating earthquake struck Cetinje, causing widespread destruction
  • 1852
    A severe drought led to widespread famine across Montenegro
  • 1875
    The Great Eastern Crisis began, leading to conflicts and instability in the region
  • 1878
    Montenegro gained international recognition as an independent state at the Congress of Berlin
  • 1905
    The country adopted its first constitution, establishing a constitutional monarchy
  • 1910
    Montenegro was proclaimed a kingdom, elevating its international status
  • 1912
    The First Balkan War broke out, involving Montenegro in a costly conflict
  • 1916
    Montenegro was occupied by Austria-Hungary during World War I
  • 1941
    A popular uprising against Axis occupation began, marking the start of Montenegro's resistance in World War II
  • 1941
    Axis powers invaded and occupied Montenegro during World War II
  • 1945
    Montenegro became one of the six constituent republics of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia
  • 1979
    A catastrophic earthquake hit the Montenegrin coast, causing significant damage
  • 1991
    Montenegro declared itself an ecological state, committing to environmental protection
  • 1991
    Montenegro was involved in the Yugoslav Wars, leading to economic and social turmoil
  • 1999
    NATO bombing campaign against Yugoslavia affected parts of Montenegro
  • 2006
    The country regained its independence through a referendum, peacefully separating from Serbia
  • 2007
    Montenegro signed the Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union, beginning the process of EU integration
  • 2008
    Global financial crisis severely impacted Montenegro's economy
  • 2010
    The country was granted candidate status for European Union membership
  • 2017
    Montenegro officially became the 29th member of NATO, enhancing its security and international alliances

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Kotor Grapples with Tourism Surge: UNESCO Site Seeks Balance

Kotor Grapples with Tourism Surge: UNESCO Site Seeks Balance

Kotor, Montenegro's coastal gem, faces challenges from overtourism. Local authorities consider raising cruise ship visitor fees as the town struggles with congestion and environmental concerns.

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