ROAD FROM ULCINJ TO SKADAR LAKE - PICTURE GALLERY |
Lake Skadar is one of those places that simply surrenders all superlatives to expletives. Of all the breathtaking scenery that Montenegro has to offer nothing can quite prepare the traveller for what awaits them in this secluded corner of the Balkans. Much of the landscape here is almost beyond description, it really has to be seen to be believed.
Particular vistas appear to have been extracted directly from prehistory. Childish fears are rekindled in this almost Jurassic beauty - one almost expects to witness dinosaurs and flying reptiles to wheel into view at any moment. One particular vantage point of the lake is quite literally one of the most striking and unforgettable images of natural and geological beauty in the world - the symmetrical lake-moat and mountain found near Rijeka Crnojevica. This stunning green crescent is known locally as Pavlova Strana ("Paul's very steep hill"). Other more creatively minded witnesses have christened the view as Montenegro's "emerald pyramids" Lake Skadar is located in the Zetsko-skadarska valley 7km from the sea and is the largest lake in the entire Balkan district, situated at the southern end of the Dinaric Alps on the border with Albania. To the southwest of the lake rise high mountains (Rumija), while to the northeast stretches a wide swamp. There are many islands in the western part of the lake which has an average depth of 5m. While cruising along the lake, one is quickly impressed by its jagged coastline with many bays, islands and peninsulas projecting into it. The notheren coast is swampy and covered with tall reed, while the lake surface is covered with a carpet made of swampy plants and lillies - with yellow and white chestnuts along the shore. The southern part of the lake is rocky and contains relic forests of horse chestnuts. Small communities of fishermen live on some of the islands such as Vranjina. It is recommended to complete a visit to Lake Skadar on the island of Muricka. Its beach can be compared with the most beautiful found on the Adriatic. There are also some small restaurants on this island in which local fishermen tempt visitors with their delicious produce. There is nothing quite like the delicate taste of freshly netted carp while enjoying the unique scenery of the island and Lake Skadar. |
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