Municipality of Kotor today celebrates 21 - November - Municipality Day.
Joković: Kotor deserves to be a leading tourist destination
SNP President Vladimir Joković sent his congratulations to the President of the Municipality of Kotor Vladimir Jokić, the President of the Municipal Assembly Maja Mršulja and all citizens of Kotor.
"We celebrate this day in honor of the liberation of Kotor, and it is an opportunity to remind us of the great values on which our beautiful city of Kotor and Montenegro rests, the values of anti-fascism, freedom and fraternal harmony.
"The cultural, historical, spiritual and intellectual heritage of Kotor deserve the city under the protection of UNESCO to be a leading tourist destination. I am convinced that joint efforts will further improve the infrastructural and tourist potential of the Kotor area, and that the citizens of Kotor will, by preserving and respecting traditional values Montenegro to build a successful and promising environment for the youth to stay and sustainable economic development," said Joković.
Bečić: The unique pearl of the Montenegrin coast and a gem of world cultural heritage
Deputy Prime Minister Aleksa Bečić congratulated the President of the Municipality Vladimir Jokić, the President of the Municipal Assembly Maja Mršulja and the citizens on the Day of the Municipality.
"Kotor, the unique pearl of the Montenegrin coast and a jewel of world cultural heritage, exudes a spirit in which the past meets the present, creating bridges to the future. Therefore, this holiday is an opportunity to look back with pride and pay tribute together to those who wrote the heroic history of Kotor, but at the same time to look towards the new challenges and opportunities that the future brings us. Throughout history, Kotor has always represented a symbol of unity and diversity of spiritual and cultural heritage. Today, through the preservation of cultural treasures, improvement of infrastructure and support for local initiatives, you make Kotor represent not only a symbol of beauty, leaning on the sea and surrounded by imposing walls, already deserves the status of a city that represents the historical, touristic, port, cultural and commercial center of Boka and Montenegro," said Bečić.
He thanked every individual who, as he stated, contributed to Kotor becoming a place whose beauty we all have the honor to be witnesses and contemporaries with their tireless commitment to the development of the city and the preservation of natural beauty and cultural heritage.
"Through its previous work and high-set goals, the leadership has solidified the path to the progress of the Municipality and all its citizens, contributing to the overall development of Montenegro and its European path. I look forward to the continuation of successful cooperation between the Government and local self-government, convinced that every success of the city will be a reflection joint effort and sacrifice," said Bečić.
Secretary General and President of the Club of Deputies of the Democrats Boris Bogdanović congratulated Jokić, Mršulja, and the citizens on the Municipal Day.
"Kotor, as a bastion of history and culture, is not only the heart of Montenegro, but also a precious pearl that shines on the Mediterranean coast, reminding us of our common duty to nurture and protect our heritage. In the light of this mission, your commitment to preserving the Unesco- ve world heritage, the development of cruise tourism and the initiative for the Kotor-Lovćen cable car, is an example of excellent leadership and a visionary approach that serves as an inspiration for all of us. Your work reflects the understanding that the future of Kotor and Montenegro is inseparable from our past and that it is our responsibility to build them on the foundations laid by our ancestors. Their courage, wisdom and achievements are our inspiration and guide in our efforts to preserve our natural and cultural wealth for future generations," said Bogdanović.
He pointed out that Kotor has always been the epicenter of trade, economy, and humanism.
"Where culture meets nature and where history intertwines with modernity. In this spirit, I invite you to continue together to build a Montenegro that is proud of its past, but also directed towards a future that promises prosperity and harmony for all our citizens ", announced Bogdanović.
Pejović: Kotor, the pearl of the Montenegrin coast, has always been a symbol of rich cultural heritage and historical importance
On the occasion of the Day of the Municipality of Kotor, the Vice-President of the Parliament of Montenegro Boris Pejović sent a congratulatory message to the President of the Municipality Vladimir Jokić, the President of the Municipal Assembly Maja Mršulja, councilors and all citizens of Kotor.
"Kotor, the pearl of the Montenegrin coast, has always been a symbol of rich cultural heritage and historical importance, and it not only exudes the beauty of its landscapes, but also preserves the spirit of the past, which reminds us of the importance of preserving tradition," said Pejović.
Throughout the centuries, he added, Kotor has been the scene of encounters between different cultures, thus shaping its unique identity.
"Its imposing architecture testifies to a rich heritage that will surely remain deeply rooted in the hearts of all those who have visited it at least once. For Kotor, we can say that it is not just a tourist destination, but a living museum of the past," said Pejović.
He said that, in addition, Kotor has a very significant role in the economy of Montenegro, especially through tourism and shipping.
"The Port of Kotor is essential for trade and connections with other parts of the world. In addition, the diversity of cultural events, festivals and manifestations makes Kotor the epicenter of the artistic and cultural scene," he announced.
On the Day of the Municipality of Kotor, we acknowledge not only its past but, as he said, also its present, as a dynamic and progressive city
"Let this day be an opportunity for all of us to be inspired together for the challenges that the future brings," said Pejović.
Martinović: Let this and the next year be another chapter of success
The Minister of Tourism, Ecology, Sustainable Development and Development of the North, Vladimir Martinović, congratulated Kotor Municipality Day to President Vladimir Jokić, President of the Municipal Assembly Maja Mršulja and all citizens.
"UNESCO's recognition further obliges us and emphasizes our responsibility towards the cultural heritage, which we should carefully preserve. I firmly believe that Kotor will continue to attract visitors with its unique beauty and hospitality," said Martinović in his congratulatory message.
Let this and the next year be, he said, another chapter of success, cooperation and growth, so that we can build an even brighter future together.
"Dear citizens, today we are proudly celebrating the Day of the Municipality of Kotor. This is an opportunity to pay tribute to the rich heritage and exceptional community that forms the heart of this beautiful city," announced Martinović.
Popović: A city where history and culture are woven into every pore of social life
The Vice President of the Parliament of Montenegro Zdenka Popović congratulated the President of the Municipality Vladimir Jokić, the President of the Municipal Assembly Maja Mršulja and all the citizens of the Municipality of Kotor on the Day of the Municipality of Kotor.
"Commemorating the Municipal Day, we always reverently remember the fighters of the XNUMXnd Dalmatian and XNUMXst Bokel brigades who, with harmony, solidarity and courage, freed Kotor and Boka from the jaws of the occupiers, proving their commitment to universal civilizational values," stated Popović in her congratulatory message.
Proud of the pearl of Boka and the world, a city where past and future meet, she said, a city where history and culture are woven into every pore of social life, its status on the UNESCO World Heritage List, on which it is included and protected, should be especially highlighted because of its cultural and historical significance as an intangible treasure.
"The treasures hidden by the walls of the old town are being discovered by more and more lovers of its tourist potential, bringing with them enthusiasm for its historical importance and influence in the world of culture, and above all for the human reception, the richness of the offer and the homely attitude towards every settler, which ranks Kotor among of the world's most elite tourist centers. In the hope that Kotor will maintain the path of well-being, prosperity and a healthy vision, I once again congratulate all the citizens on Municipal Day," said Popović.
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