Want to learn about Montenegro? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts โ all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Montenegro
| Capital | Podgorica |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 620,000 |
| Languages | Montenegrin |
| Currency | Euro |
| National symbol | Double-headed Eagle |
| Famous food | Njeguลกki prลกut |
In Montenegro, people often speak Montenegrin. A friendly way to say hello is "Zdravo". ๐
Fun facts about Montenegro for kids
- Montenegro translates to 'Black Mountain', named after the dark pine forests that cover the mountains!
- The Tara River Canyon is the deepest canyon in all of Europe!
- The Bay of Kotor looks like a Norwegian fjord but is actually located on the warm Mediterranean!
- Gusle playing is a traditional musical art used to recite long epic poems of history.
- The country is famous for its towering and dramatic coastal mountains dropping right into the sea.
Famous places in Montenegro
- Bay of Kotor
- Ostrog Monastery
- Tara River Canyon
Nature and symbols of Montenegro
- Double-headed Eagle
- National sport: Water Polo
Going to Montenegro with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Zdravo".
- Find Podgorica, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag ๐ฒ๐ช so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Njeguลกki prลกut at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Bay of Kotor.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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