Schiphol AirportI flew American Airlines to Amsterdam for an easier entry to the EU.Hilton Room #1146 View, Schiphol, Netherlands, September 26, 20212021-09-26#1923Larry L. Jackson
AtriumUnusual design.Hilton Floor 11 View, Schiphol, Netherlands, September 26, 20212021-09-26#0236Larry L. Jackson
Schiphol AirportHilton Room #1146 View, Schiphol, Netherlands, September 26, 20212021-09-26#3216Larry L. Jackson
Austrian Airlines A320-200Austrian Airlines had the shortest flight times for Montenegro.Flight OS372, Schiphol Airport, Schiphol, Netherlands, September 27, 20212021-09-27#1237Larry L. Jackson
Airplane PhotoVery colorful fields.Austrian Airlines , OS372, near Vienna International Airport, Schwechat, Austria, September 27, 20212021-09-27#3904Larry L. Jackson
Airplane PhotoAustrian Airlines , OS372, near Vienna International Airport, Schwechat, Austria, September 27, 20212021-09-27#3916Larry L. Jackson
Airplane PhotoAustrian Airlines , OS372, near Vienna International Airport, Schwechat, Austria, September 27, 20212021-09-27#4107Larry L. Jackson
Airplane PhotoAustrian Airlines , OS372, near Vienna International Airport, Schwechat, Austria, September 27, 20212021-09-27#4110Larry L. Jackson
Austrian Airlines A320-200With a little more than a one hour layover, the confusing passport control and long walks made me a bit anxious. I had plenty of time though and watched my checked bag sit out in the rain before being loaded on the plane.Flight OS727, Vienna International Airport, Schwechat, Austria, September 27, 20212021-09-27#3006Larry L. Jackson
Airplane Photo, Austrian Airlines A320-200, Flight OS727, Schwechat, Austria to Podgorica, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#3719Larry L. Jackson
Room #4Quick baggage claim, passport control and a 90 minute ride had me in my room in Kotor with time for a short walk around the Old Town.Hotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#1124Larry L. Jackson
BathroomRoom #4, Hotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#1149Larry L. Jackson
Room #44 night accommodation with my early arrival.Hotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#1256Larry L. Jackson
Room #4Hotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#1318Larry L. Jackson
PassageNarrow passages typical of old European cities.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2950Larry L. Jackson
CatBold markings.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2951Larry L. Jackson
Apartment StairsKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2954Larry L. Jackson
ApartmentKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2955Larry L. Jackson
The Harbour PubMany of the restaurants had this sort of outdoor dining.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2957Larry L. Jackson
ApartmentKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2958Larry L. Jackson
Church of St Mary & PlazaThe plaza name is Pjaca od Durva located inside the city walls at the River (North) Gate. This church dates to 1221.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2960Larry L. Jackson_gate_wall_kotor_old_city_montenegro_5e50b73baf.jpg)
River (North) Gate WallWalls continue up the mountain with fortifications along the walls. The gate was built in 1540.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2961Larry L. Jackson
Riva BastionBuilt in 1516.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2963Larry L. Jackson
Church of Our Lady of RemedyA location along the steps to the top that I will visit tomorrow.Kotor, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2964Larry L. Jackson
BellflowersCampanula species - commonly seen growing on rock walls and rocky areas.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2967Larry L. Jackson
PassageThis passage leads to the fortifications on the mountain.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2969Larry L. Jackson
Church of St MaryKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2971Larry L. Jackson
ShuttersKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2972Larry L. Jackson
St Anne's ChurchJust around the corner from the hotel.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2975Larry L. Jackson
St Typhon's CathedralDates to 1166.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2977Larry L. Jackson
Pizzeria SaraAn anchovy pizza and a local beer was a good start for the trip.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 27, 20212021-09-27#2978Larry L. Jackson
Hotel Monte CristoKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#4207Larry L. Jackson
Small ChurchKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#4713Larry L. Jackson
PanoramaAt the start of 1400 steps to the top of the fortifications and walls around the old city.St Roko Position, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3637Larry L. Jackson
Church of St NicholasRebuilt in 1909.Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2981Larry L. Jackson
Small PositionFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2983Larry L. Jackson
Small Position ViewFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2984Larry L. Jackson
Ivy-leaved SowbreadCyclamen hederifoliumFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2987Larry L. Jackson
Church of Our Lady of RemedyBuilt in 1518.Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2989Larry L. Jackson
BluebellsCampanula speciesFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2990Larry L. Jackson
Church of Our Lady of RemedyFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2992Larry L. Jackson
StepsFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2998Larry L. Jackson
StepsMore of the switchback steps.Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3000Larry L. Jackson
The Small FortFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3001Larry L. Jackson
Steep StepsThe Small Fort, Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3008Larry L. Jackson
Switchback TrailOutside the fortified walls.Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3011Larry L. Jackson
The Small FortFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3013Larry L. Jackson
BluebellsCampanula speciesFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3016Larry L. Jackson
Above The Small FortFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3017Larry L. Jackson
BluebellsCampanula speciesFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3019Larry L. Jackson
Portal to Outer Wall TrailI intended to got through on the way down, but missed the spot.Fortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3022Larry L. Jackson
Renier PositionFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3027Larry L. Jackson
Fortification WallsFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3032Larry L. Jackson
Fortification WallsFortifications Climb, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3033Larry L. Jackson
Large BuildingCastel St John, Illyrian Fort, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3034Larry L. Jackson
Castel St John, Illyrian FortKotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3038Larry L. Jackson
Flag of MontenegroBay of Kotor in the background.Castel St John, Illyrian Fort, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3049Larry L. Jackson
Descending Fortification StepsThe climb was very strenuous, but descending was still a workout.Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3053Larry L. Jackson
UnknownDescending Fortifications Steps, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3056Larry L. Jackson
UnknownDescending Fortifications Steps, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3059Larry L. Jackson
CatChurch of Our Lady of Remedy, Descending Fortification Steps, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3061Larry L. Jackson
Upper Dining AreaHotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2523Larry L. Jackson
Upper Dining AreaAlso a nice place to read and relax.Hotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2532Larry L. Jackson
Outdoor Dining AreaHotel Monte Cristo, Kotor Old City, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#2606Larry L. Jackson
Monastery Island & Our Lady of the Rocks ChurchPerast, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3062Larry L. Jackson
Our Lady of the Rocks ChurchFishermen over ages created the rock pile for the church.Bay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3073Larry L. Jackson
SanctuaryOur Lady of the Rocks Church, Bay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3084Larry L. Jackson
MemorabiliaOur Lady of the Rocks Church, Bay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3085Larry L. Jackson
Antique ArmsOur Lady of the Rocks Church, Bay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3088Larry L. Jackson
Perast from Lady of the Rocks ChurchBay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3090Larry L. Jackson
Our Lady of the Rocks ChurchBay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3101Larry L. Jackson
WindowOur Lady of the Rocks Church, Bay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3102Larry L. Jackson
RainbowsBay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3104Larry L. Jackson
Monastery IslandBay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3109Larry L. Jackson
PerastBay of Kotor, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3111Larry L. Jackson
Wedding PhotoPerast, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3114Larry L. Jackson
BoatsPerast, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3117Larry L. Jackson
St Marko Church18th Century.Perast, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3119Larry L. Jackson
Clock TowerDinner at Konoba Skogi Restaurant down the street finished off the first official day of the trip.Perast, Montenegro, September 28, 20212021-09-28#3124Larry L. Jackson
Bay of KotorAs we head up switchbacks to the park.Drive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3137Larry L. Jackson
CatDrive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3140Larry L. Jackson
Bay of KotorFurther up the mountain.Drive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3141Larry L. Jackson
Bay of KotorDrive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3111Larry L. Jackson
UnknownIn the dandelion family, but can't find an id.Drive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3145Larry L. Jackson
UnknownDrive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3146Larry L. Jackson
TivatAt the top of the switchbacks, this coastal city came into view.Drive to Lovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3149Larry L. Jackson
Petar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum461 Steps to the top where the mausoleum is located.Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3152Larry L. Jackson
Petar II Petrovi Njegos MausoleumMt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3155Larry L. Jackson
Petar II Petrovi Njegos MausoleumMt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3161Larry L. Jackson
CryptPetar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3163Larry L. Jackson
UnknownPetar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3157Larry L. Jackson
PanoramaMost of Montenegro plus parts of Albania & Croatia can be seen from the viewpoint.Petar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#1409Larry L. Jackson
ViewPetar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3164Larry L. Jackson
PathLooking back toward the mausoleum.Petar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3167Larry L. Jackson
Observation PointPetar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3170Larry L. Jackson
GrassPetar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3176Larry L. Jackson
StepsMost of the steps are inside a long tunnel.Petar II Petrovi Njegos Mausoleum, Mt Lovcen, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3178Larry L. Jackson
MulleinLovcen National Park, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3181Larry L. Jackson
Niksicko PivoA popular Montenegrin beer.Gradska Restaurant, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#5740Larry L. Jackson
Ham & Mushroom PizzaA bit heavy on the ham.Gradska Restaurant, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#0924Larry L. Jackson
LunchGradska Restaurant, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3184Larry L. Jackson
Court ChurchBuilt in 1886 over the ruins of a monastery destroyed by Turks in 1692.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3193Larry L. Jackson
WomanSerbian Orthodox Monastery & Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3196Larry L. Jackson
EntrySerbian Orthodox Monastery & Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3199Larry L. Jackson
FountainSerbian Orthodox Monastery & Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3202Larry L. Jackson
Prayer CandlesPossibly designed to prevent candles causing catastrophic fires.Serbian Orthodox Monastery & Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3203Larry L. Jackson
Serbian Orthodox Monastery & ChurchThere were protests against Serbian influence September 5th when a new bishop was installed.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3206Larry L. Jackson
WalkwayThe Serbian Orthodox Monastery & Church at the far end.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3214Larry L. Jackson
Court ChurchCitinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3210Larry L. Jackson
Ivan Crnojevic MonumentThe lord of Zeta and Serbian leader from 1465 to 1490.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3221Larry L. Jackson
Wall ArtCitinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3222Larry L. Jackson
Wall Art & LJaxThe art and placement of the chair really 'begs' this sort of response. I obliged.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3225Larry L. Jackson
Embassy RowThe former royal capital and stillthe official residence of the President of Montenegro.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3232Larry L. Jackson
Djukanovic's HouseThe Palace of Four Seasons is in disrepair.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3234Larry L. Jackson
WindowDjukanovic's House, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3236Larry L. Jackson
StatueOne of the four statues in front of the building.Djukanovic's House, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3239Larry L. Jackson
Shipwreck MemorialRemembers the Montenegrin-Americans who fought with the allies and who perished in the sinking of the Ship “Brindisi” on January 6, 1916 after it hit a mine off the coast of Albania.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3244Larry L. Jackson
Vlaska ChurchBuilt in 1450 with graves of prominent people of the time.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3249Larry L. Jackson
Rifle Barrel FenceInstalled in 1897, the fence was built using over 1500 gun barrels taken from the Turkish after the victory in the Battle of Grahovac (1858) and later battles.Vlaska Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3252Larry L. Jackson
GravesVlaska Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3255Larry L. Jackson
GravesVlaska Church, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3257Larry L. Jackson
CatThe cat is not part of the art project, but made the photo more interesting.Art Installation, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3261Larry L. Jackson
CatCan also be viewed from below.Art Installation, Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3262Larry L. Jackson
Colorful CafeCitinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3265Larry L. Jackson
DoorsOld doors and windows are a favorite subject.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3267Larry L. Jackson
DoorsCitinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3268Larry L. Jackson
GeraniumsCitinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3270Larry L. Jackson
Graffiti with a MessagePeace wins the game seems the message.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3271Larry L. Jackson
Wild Vine SeedsThe seed structure is similar to Clematis.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3272Larry L. Jackson
Wild VineThe only photos I found in a search call this 'wild vine'.Citinje, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3273Larry L. Jackson
BudvaOld Town Budva is the small peninsula, upper, right.Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3278Larry L. Jackson
ZastavaNicely restored late 80s, early 90s I think.Jaz, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3280Larry L. Jackson
Escallera BeachJaz, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3282Larry L. Jackson
Escallera BeachJaz, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3285Larry L. Jackson
KotorGood view of the switchback trail to the fortifications and Castel St John.Across Kotor Bay, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3290Larry L. Jackson
Night Lights of KotorThe entire wall and fortifications of the Old City are lit along with the city itself.Across Kotor Bay, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3310Larry L. Jackson
Fish DinnerLuna Rossa Restaurant meals were all very nice.Hotel Monte Cristo Upper Dining, Montenegro, September 29, 20212021-09-29#3038Larry L. Jackson
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