Vrata od Gurdic邪 (Gurdic Gate / South Gate), Kotor
This ancient city gate, nestled within the Old Town of Kotor, has stood since the 16th century, strategically positioned on a narrow stretch of land between the steep mountain and the deep waters of the bay. Once the guardian of Kotor's connection to the outside world, it now stands as an inviting entry point for visitors eager to delve into the city's historical splendor.
With fewer tourists venturing into the surroundings, the quaint streets leading to the gate and bastion create a captivating atmosphere, transporting you back several centuries in time. It's a delightful area to wander and soak in the ambiance of a bygone era.
The southern passage to Kotor has a triple system of locks, hinting at its significant role in the city's defense. Equipped with a drawbridge, the gate earned its name from the "odd" Gurdi膰 River, meandering around the fortress's southern edge. Its peculiarity lies in its intermittent flow 鈥� during heavy rains, water rushes fiercely from its cave, flooding into the bay, while in dry summers, the river's source dries up, filling in reverse with seawater.
With fewer tourists venturing into the surroundings, the quaint streets leading to the gate and bastion create a captivating atmosphere, transporting you back several centuries in time. It's a delightful area to wander and soak in the ambiance of a bygone era.
The southern passage to Kotor has a triple system of locks, hinting at its significant role in the city's defense. Equipped with a drawbridge, the gate earned its name from the "odd" Gurdi膰 River, meandering around the fortress's southern edge. Its peculiarity lies in its intermittent flow 鈥� during heavy rains, water rushes fiercely from its cave, flooding into the bay, while in dry summers, the river's source dries up, filling in reverse with seawater.
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Vrata od Gurdic邪 (Gurdic Gate / South Gate) on Map
Sight Name: Vrata od Gurdic邪 (Gurdic Gate / South Gate)
Sight Location: Kotor, Montenegro (See walking tours in Kotor)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Kotor, Montenegro (See walking tours in Kotor)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Kotor, Montenegro
Create Your Own Walk in Kotor
Creating your own self-guided walk in Kotor 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.
Kotor's Historical Churches Walking Tour
Kotor, a picturesque coastal town in Montenegro, albeit small, nonetheless, boasts a surprising number of historical churches that beautifully reflect its centuries-old heritage. Many of these temples are richly decorated with frescoes, some dating as far back as the 1300s.
At the heart of the town lies Saint Tryphon Square dominated by the eponymous cathedral, an iconic landmark from the 12th... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.5 Km or 0.3 Miles
At the heart of the town lies Saint Tryphon Square dominated by the eponymous cathedral, an iconic landmark from the 12th... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.5 Km or 0.3 Miles
Kotor Old City Walking Tour
Nestled on the shores of the Bay of Kotor and at the foot of the surrounding mountains, the beautiful fortified city of old town Kotor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While it receives less attention than many other settlements from the same period, Kotor is visited by more tourists every year.
The port here has been in use since Ancient Roman times, but most of the fortifications were built... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
The port here has been in use since Ancient Roman times, but most of the fortifications were built... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
Kotor Palaces Walking Tour
This magnificent historic city is home to a number of wonderful palaces. Many of these beautifully ornamented mansions belonged to wealthy and influential families. Visitors can trace the history of each building by looking at the coats of arms of noble families and the paintings on the walls. Take this self-guided tour to see these beautiful historical palaces in Kotor.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles