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Haj-Nehaj, Medieval fortress ruins near Sutomore, Montenegro

The Haj-Nehaj fortress displays asymmetrical construction on a rock formation, incorporating various architectural elements including Roman tiles and Ottoman towers throughout its structure.

The Republic of Venice constructed this fortress in the 15th century as a defensive structure, which later fell under Turkish control in 1571 and remained so until 1877.

The fortress name originates from the combination of Haj hill and Nehaj, first appearing on a Venetian engraving from 1550 as Nechagia.

Visitors can reach the fortress by turning off the Adriatic Highway before Sutomore, parking at Fleur of Orange Hotel, and following a 30-minute uphill path.

The fortress contained capacity for 900 people during attacks, despite typically maintaining only three permanent guards: two soldiers and one gunner.

Founders: Republic of Venice

GPS coordinates: 42.15042,19.03139

Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:38

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