To rest in the proximity of the Skadar lakes means enjoying complete silence in perfectly preserved, natural beauty. The lake is a perfect swimming site during the summer. In addition to this, the lake is a great spot to enjoy a pleasant boat ride. Here, you will find a variety of landmarks that attract the attention of numerous visitors the whole year round.
The town of Ostros is located between Virpazar and the Albanian border. It is interesting for tourists, especially when it is a market day, when the market is full of women in luxurious folk costumes. Near Ostros, 22 kilometers from Virpazar, are the remains of the Prečista Krajinska monastery, where the Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God is also located. The monastery was demolished by the Turkish army at the end of the 17th century. In the 11th century, this was the seat of the Zeta prince Jovan Vladimir. According to some writings, Vladimira was raised by Kosara, and after the tragic death of her husband. Kosara and Vladimir are buried in this place and are truly Montenegrin Romeo and Juliet. Through this area, the legend of great love is passed from generation to generation and retold
Lesendro Fortress is located on the island of the same name, which is located a few hundred meters from Vranjina. About 40 years ago, this island was connected to the mainland by a main road. The saying "burn like a bishop for Lesendra" is related to this island, which describes the anger and sadness that Petar II Petrović Njegoš had when he lost this place to the Turks, and it was his favorite island of Skadar Lake. The island of Vranjina is mentioned even in the XII. Century, it is 2 kilometers long and about 1 kilometer wide.
Pješačac beach is the only beach on Skadar Lake that can only be reached by boat. Boats from Virpazar regularly transport passengers to this place. In Virpazar there is a restaurant "13 July" where it is possible to order fish specialties to be delivered on the beach.
