In One Picture: Why Montenegro is the Sapphire of Europe

Sep 08, 2011 3 Comments by
In a moment of wanderlust, I must gush about what travel to Montenegro offers you.  Fjords that would make Norwegians blush.  Hiking that cleanses the lungs.  People who gush that they live in the newest independent country in the world.  Architecture from the past that rivals any European country.

This photo of Kotor from my trip through the Balkans is one of my favorites.  The salmon  hued tiles, massive stone structures, teal colored water, and strutting mountains makes Montenegro one of the most spectacular places I have ever visited.  Montenegro has its challenges, but whether you go for fun in the sun or skiing, be sure to include this nature-packed corner of Southeastern Europe a visit.

Check out my slowly growing in one picture series here.

Kotor, Montenegro

Kotor, Montenegro

air - land - quality of life, International

About the author

Leon Kaye is the founder and editor of GreenGoPost.com and its advisory division, GGP Media. Contact him to discuss how he can work with your organization or event. His focus is making the business case for sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). He writes for San Francisco-based Triple Pundit, Inhabitat and now The Guardian, for which he writes about waste, water, and green building. He has also written for AIA's Architect Magazine. Leon lives in Los Angeles, and when he has free time, he enjoys hiking, gardening, cooking, weightlifting, and planning his next trip to one of the 50+ countries he has visited. He has an MBA from USC's Marshall School of Business and is also a proud graduate of the University of Maryland-Baltimore County (UMBC) and Cal State-Fresno.

3 Responses to “In One Picture: Why Montenegro is the Sapphire of Europe”

  1. In Montenegro, Sunsets Bathe Ulcinj in Color | greengopost.com says:

    [...] I rave about Montenegro at least monthly, and so here I go again with what I have described as the sapphire of Europe.  Montenegrins have a lot on their plate and their leadership is taking them on a [...]

  2. Dam Project’s Failure a Victory For Montenegro's People | greengopost.com says:

    [...] much a lot to be proud of. So much natural beauty is crammed into a little country that I call the sapphire of Europe. Unfortunately, its government is failing them on clean energy policy and transparency. A [...]

  3. Kotor at Night is Adriatic Bliss | greengopost.com says:

    [...] Leon Kaye One of the best preserved medieval towns in southeastern Europe, Kotor is well worth a night or two if you travel through the Balkans and stop in Montenegro. About a three hour bus ride from [...]

Leave a Reply

Subscribe to comments.