Kanli Kula

The angular stone fortress sits on a hilltop position overlooking the Bay of Kotor, featuring thick defensive walls and a 1,000-seat amphitheater within its structure.

Built by Ottoman forces in 1539, the fortress underwent modifications under Venetian rule after 1687, later serving as a prison where inmates created ship drawings on walls.

The fortress functions as a performance venue for the Herceg Novi Film Festival, Guitar Art Summer Fest, and Montenegro Opera Festival throughout summer months.

The fortress operates daily with guided tours available, offering visitors access to both historical exhibits and cultural performances in its open-air theater setting.

The prison walls contain detailed nautical drawings created by former inmates, depicting various types of ships that sailed the Adriatic during the 16th and 17th centuries.

Location: Herceg Novi

GPS coordinates: 42.45237,18.53807

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:45