Mini Boka Private Tour Perast Lady Of The Rock Kotor

Start the day with a comfortable thirty-minute drive to the Sarmatian village of Perasta, where you will witness the life of the locals. The city was built by wealthy seafaring families, which later became a famous art colony. In this period, 16 Baroque palaces, 17 Catholic churches and two Orthodox churches were built. Perast is home to some of the most beautiful palaces along the Adriatic coast. This is a city of steep stone streets, flower shops, churches, closed windows, the incredible islands of St. George and Our Lady of the Shells, a city of legends, sailors and famous captains. Last but not least, Perast is home to the famous Peraška cake. This old baroque city attracted many writers, poets, actors and painters with its charm. Drunk. Once you get there, you'll be back again.

It's just the beginning of your adventure. One of the most important events in Perast is a visit to the artificial island of Our Lady of the rocks. We will reach the heart of this bay by a picturesque boat.The Island Lady of the rock , was made as an artificial island, which according to the stories was made by the seamen from Perast and Kotor, who on their big sail boats brought big stones. On the island there is a church. They have built the church in 1630. As the island had to be maintained, the seaman continued to bring the stones, so that tradition is alive even today. The custom from the old times was recently renewed. Today it is called Fasinada from Perast and it is held at the end of the day on the 22nd of July.
Our Lady of the rock became the patroness of all Bokele sailors who would go on long journeys.

After the beautiful Lady of Škrpjela, the pearl of the Adriatic, we will go to the old town of Kotor.
We will meet in half an hour. Kotor is the cultural, educational, economic and sports center of this region. Its position in the most beautiful bay of the Mediterranean Sea and the impressive medieval Old Town were the reason why UNESCO included this city in the World Heritage List.A well-preserved 4.5 km long wall protected this city, and today it is a challenge for visitors who want to reach the Fortress of San Giovanni. When you enter the Old Town through the Sea Gate, the old clock tower will welcome you and tell you that it's time to explore the streets and squares of this city. Suddenly, the cathedral of St. Tripun, the patron of Kotor, will appear in front of you and amaze you with its beauty. After visiting the Old Town, you will have enough time for a cup of coffee in the main square.