- The golden beaches of Becici
- And besides the sea?
- Excursion to the Montenegrin canyon
- Volleyball, fishing and a little Italy
- Delicious points on the map
A small but very nice Montenegrin resort, Becici in the first third of the last century even occupied the highest places in the ranking of the most beautiful seaside resorts among European seaside resorts.
Modern Becici is famous for its good infrastructure and clean beaches covered with small pebbles. A variety of tourists arrive here - both newlyweds, families with children and holidaymakers of respectable age. There are many reasons for its popularity, because the list of advantages of a town on the Adriatic usually includes a mild climate, clear sea, good-quality cuisine and a sufficient number of opportunities to spend time interestingly. Where to go in Becici if on vacation you prefer to embrace the immensity, and not just lazily sip warm cocktails on the beach? The resort and its surroundings are ready to offer the curious and active traveler a solid set of entertainments of the most varied nature.
The golden beaches of Becici
The main attraction in Becici and other resort towns of Montenegro is the Budva Riviera. It is no coincidence that a 35-kilometer strip of coastline along the Adriatic is included in the top of the world's best resort areas.
The two-kilometer beach in Becici, formed by small golden pebbles, has an honorary title. In 1935, he was recognized as the most beautiful in Europe, for which he received the Grand Prix of the Nice competition. Since then, the beaches of Becici have repeatedly confirmed their honorary title, surprising guests with magnificent views and pristine cleanliness. They also have the Blue Flag Certificate - an award that is awarded to the cleanest and most environmentally friendly places in Europe.
The peculiarity of the location of the town provides residents and guests with comfortable weather. The Becici resort is located in a valley between the mountains, they protect the town from strong winds and keep the sea ionized air. The climate makes the health resort especially suitable for children, families and those who want to heal the respiratory system and vascular system. An important role in creating a comfortable microclimate on the beaches of Becici is played by the pine forests and olive groves surrounding it.
And besides the sea?
The only architectural landmark of Becici is the Church of St. Thomas. Her age inspires respect: the temple was built in the XIV century. It is located on a small hill that separates the city beach from the pine grove. The church is small, built of cut stone. Its gable roof is crowned with a small arched bell tower with a cross. The Church of St. Thomas is active and, while resting in Becici, you can go to the service.
A picturesque boulevard lined with the best shops, restaurants and cafes connects Becici with Budva, one of the oldest cities on the Adriatic coast. Its history began two and a half millennia ago, and today the Old Town of Budva is of constant interest among guests and fans of active tourism.
In addition to the archaeological museum, which has collected three thousand unique exhibits in its exposition, Budva boasts an ancient fortress wall and a powerful citadel that once guarded the approaches to the city.
Old Budva has preserved many churches and temples within its walls. The oldest of them is the Church of St. John built in the 8th century. A century later, a church was erected in honor of St. Mary, which crowned the monastery. The Church of the Holy Trinity decorated Budva much later, at the beginning of the 19th century. However, the beauty and majesty of the temple makes travelers enthusiastically click the camera shutters and freeze in admiration during the service.
Another famous religious building in Budva near Becici is the Podmaine monastery, founded in the 11th-12th centuries. From here Saint Sava of Serbia went on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God at the monastery was built in the 15th century. and has not changed much since then. Later, a new temple was erected nearby in honor of the Assumption of the Virgin, famous for its wall paintings. The frescoes are dedicated, among other things, to the events of the new Yugoslav history.
Buying tours to Becici, many tourists plan to take an excursion to Albania, neighboring Montenegro. This country, closed in the past, today attracts many guests with its ambiguity, beauty of landscapes, interesting cuisine and an amazing opportunity to see the life and life of the people, which for many years have been a secret behind seven seals.
Excursions from Becici can be made to the island of St. Stephen. A tiny fishing village has turned into a fashionable recreation area. The old houses have been rebuilt into luxury apartments, where designer interiors are equipped with modern technology, and the bathrooms impress even the experienced traveler. At the same time, the appearance of the old fishermen's houses remained practically intact.
Excursion to the Montenegrin canyon
Choosing Becici for vacation, tourists find themselves in a double win. You will never get tired of resting comfortably and tastefully on the beach here, but if you want new impressions and emotions, you can get them by going on a mini-tour of the surroundings. The nature of Montenegro is unique for its virginity and naturalness. The country's authorities, while supporting the development of the tourism business, take great care of the preservation of the environment, rivers, forests, lakes and waterfalls.
One of these natural wonders that can be seen on an excursion from Becici is the canyons of the Tara and Moraca rivers. For millions of years, small rivers "gnawed" in the rocks of the gorge, which cause enthusiastic exclamations even among those who have visited the Grand Canyon in the United States. The highest road bridge on the European continent was also built here. Its length is 366 meters, the height above the canyon is 172 meters, and it connects the mountains with the coastal regions of the country.
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Volleyball, fishing and a little Italy
One of the best holiday destinations in Montenegro has many advantages, but there are several points that will make your stay in Becici especially enjoyable and memorable:
- A few hundred meters from Becici, there is his brother-resort Rafailovici, where everyone who respects Montenegrin cuisine can go. In Rafailovici, guests are served tasty and inexpensive food in fishermen's taverns on the shore.
- Every year the beaches of Becici become the site for the international beach volleyball tournament, in which world stars have taken part many times.
- Those wishing to travel to neighboring Italy can take a ferry to the city of Bari. Excursions from Becici to this beautiful ancient city are one-day excursions.
Those who cannot imagine their vacation without a fishing rod can be recommended to take part in the "Fish Picnic". Everything that you can catch during a sailing trip on a yacht is also enjoyed there and tasted along with aromatic Montenegrin wines.
Delicious points on the map
In Becici itself, there are also many places where you should go for lunch or celebrate a good catch. The resort has several cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy Montenegrin cuisine and taste local wines.
The Atlantic restaurant is usually in the first place in the rating of establishments where the regulars of the resort recommend to go in Becici. Visitors invariably note delicious food, a family atmosphere, a rich selection of local wines and reasonable prices. The restaurant has an open veranda.
Meat delicacies for starters and hot dishes are ideally prepared at Kod Milosa. A small restaurant with traditional Montenegrin food is loved by tourists and for live music. The performers offer guests local and world hits. The restaurant is also suitable for families: Kod Milosa has a children's playroom. There are no problems with communication either, because the staff of the establishment understands Russian perfectly.
There are many cafes with outdoor seating along the promenade and the city beach. They serve fresh seafood and vegetables, Montenegrin cheeses, prosciutto and sweet pancakes.
If you want a noisy party, fiery dance rhythms and beach parties, go to Budva. In Becici, evenings are usually spent by lovers of a quiet, quiet rest.
