Statua Ballerina (Ballerina Statue), Budva (must see)
The Ballerina Statue, sculpted by Gradimir Aleksi膰, depicts a ballerina in a dynamic dance pose, capturing the fluidity and elegance of ballet.
The sculpture is strategically positioned in a prominent location along the town's scenic promenade, overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea. This location enhances the statue's visual appeal and significance as a symbol of Budva's cultural charm. It reflects the appreciation for the performing arts, particularly ballet, and the role of art in enhancing the quality of life in Budva.
The inspiration behind the creation of this magnificent monument traces back to an old legend. It tells the story of a young ballerina and a sailor from Budva who were deeply in love. Every day, the ballerina would come to the shore, gazing out at the vast Adriatic Sea, waiting anxiously for her sailor groom's return. She watched the waves with hope in her heart, believing that they would bring her beloved man back to her side.
However, fate had other plans, as it often does in such poignant tales. Her sailor groom did not return from his voyage, leaving the young bride heartbroken and devastated. Her unwavering faith and dedication to him were so profound that she could not bear the loss. Tragically, the young bride succumbed to a broken heart, her love and devotion to her sailor never wavering even in death. Her story of waiting endlessly for her beloved is both heartbreaking and inspirational.
Visitors to Budva can take a piece of this touching legend home with them, as souvenir shops offer miniature models of the Budva Ballerina Statue.
The sculpture is strategically positioned in a prominent location along the town's scenic promenade, overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea. This location enhances the statue's visual appeal and significance as a symbol of Budva's cultural charm. It reflects the appreciation for the performing arts, particularly ballet, and the role of art in enhancing the quality of life in Budva.
The inspiration behind the creation of this magnificent monument traces back to an old legend. It tells the story of a young ballerina and a sailor from Budva who were deeply in love. Every day, the ballerina would come to the shore, gazing out at the vast Adriatic Sea, waiting anxiously for her sailor groom's return. She watched the waves with hope in her heart, believing that they would bring her beloved man back to her side.
However, fate had other plans, as it often does in such poignant tales. Her sailor groom did not return from his voyage, leaving the young bride heartbroken and devastated. Her unwavering faith and dedication to him were so profound that she could not bear the loss. Tragically, the young bride succumbed to a broken heart, her love and devotion to her sailor never wavering even in death. Her story of waiting endlessly for her beloved is both heartbreaking and inspirational.
Visitors to Budva can take a piece of this touching legend home with them, as souvenir shops offer miniature models of the Budva Ballerina Statue.
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Statua Ballerina (Ballerina Statue) on Map
Sight Name: Statua Ballerina (Ballerina Statue)
Sight Location: Budva, Montenegro (See walking tours in Budva)
Sight Type: Statue/Public Art
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Budva, Montenegro (See walking tours in Budva)
Sight Type: Statue/Public Art
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Budva, Montenegro
Create Your Own Walk in Budva
Creating your own self-guided walk in Budva is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Budva Introduction Walking Tour
Nestled along one of Europe鈥檚 most beautiful coastlines, Budva, without doubt, is one of the tourist capitals of Montenegro.
The name "Budva" (or Budua in Italian) carries echoes of the town's ancient past and is believed to have originated from the Illyrian word "Buthos," meaning ox. Dating back to the 5th century BC, the town was originally part of Illyria and later... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles
The name "Budva" (or Budua in Italian) carries echoes of the town's ancient past and is believed to have originated from the Illyrian word "Buthos," meaning ox. Dating back to the 5th century BC, the town was originally part of Illyria and later... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles