Description of the attraction
One of the four fortresses in the Old Town district in Herceg Novi is called the Marine, or Forte Mare.
According to local guides, this powerful stronghold was built in the 14th century, and subsequently rebuilt more than once. The most serious changes in its appearance were made by the Ottoman conquerors, who ruled the city for about 200 years. The fortress in those days was used for its intended purpose, that is, it served to protect the city. Cannons were installed on its fortress walls, which acquired characteristic battlements.
Then the building on the seashore was called "Yaka Kula", which in translation meant "powerful castle" - and it fully corresponded to reality. For the modern name of the fortress, local residents should thank the Venetians, who ruled Herceg Novi immediately after the Ottomans - from 1687 to 1797. Finally, during the rule of Austria-Hungary (XIX century), Forte Mare acquired its present form. All the owners who have ever owned the fortress changed it, arranging secret passages, creating new stairs and passages. The largest reconstruction of the Sea Fortress took place in 1833.
In the middle of the 20th century, the need to protect the urban area disappeared, so the fortress was converted into a summer cinema. Later, the Forte Mare space was adapted for various celebrations and festive concerts. In the evenings, discos were organized here, at which young people from all over the city gathered.
Currently, everyone can climb the walls of the Sea Fortress. From there, a wonderful panorama of the city and Boka Kotorska bay opens.
