Our Lady of the Rocks
Our Lady of the Rocks, Artificial island with Catholic church in Bay of Kotor, Montenegro.
The island stretches 120 meters in length and 40 meters in width, featuring a church structure and a museum with maritime artifacts.
Local seamen constructed this artificial island after discovering a Madonna and Child icon on July 22, 1452, leading to the church construction in 1630.
The museum displays 68 paintings by Tripo Kokolja from Perast, silver votive tablets, and a tapestry made with human hair by Jacinta Kunić-Mijović.
Visitors can reach the island through boat tours departing from Kotor Bay, with entrance fees ranging between 10 and 20 euros per person.
During the annual fašinada celebration on July 22, residents maintain a centuries-old tradition by throwing rocks into the sea to reinforce the island.
Location: Kotor Municipality
Inception: January 1, 1630
Length: 120 m
Width: 40 m
Part of: Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor
Address: FMPQ+JHJ, Unnamed Road, Perast, Montenegro Perast
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-16:00
GPS coordinates: 42.48667,18.68889
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:48
Montenegro features medieval fortified towns, Orthodox monasteries carved into rock, national parks with primeval forests and glacial lakes. The Adriatic coast holds bays, beaches, and historic islands, while the country's interior reveals deep canyons, mountain ranges, and traditional villages. The architectural heritage combines Venetian, Ottoman, and Orthodox religious influences.
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