Herceg-Novi

Historic Religious Sites

Herceg Novi’s religious landscape reflects its history at the crossroads of Eastern and Western Christianity. This collection features prominent landmarks like the 19th-century Roman Catholic Church of St. Jerome in the Old Town and various Orthodox temples spread across the coastal hills. These sites showcase traditional Mediterranean stone architecture, ranging from historic rural chapels to more elaborate urban structures. Visitors can observe the distinct architectural styles and artistic treasures, such as Baroque paintings and Byzantine-influenced icons, that have shaped the region's spiritual heritage.

Crkva Svetog Jeronima

19th-century Roman Catholic church in the Old Town. Built in 1856 on the site of a former mosque, it houses notable paintings by Baroque artist Tripo Kokolja.

Sveti Ilja

Hilltop stone church located near the village of Žvinje, offering panoramic views over the entrance to the Bay of Kotor and the Prevlaka peninsula.

Svetog Save

Orthodox place of worship located near the historic Savina district, representing the region's Byzantine-influenced architectural traditions.

Crkva Sv. Petra i Pavla

Russian Orthodox church dedicated to the Apostles Peter and Paul, featuring traditional stone construction.

Sv. Mihajlo

Small stone Orthodox church located in the rural hills overlooking the coastline.

Sveti Pantelija

Orthodox chapel dedicated to Saint Pantaleon, showcasing typical regional masonry.

Sv. Sava

Orthodox church dedicated to Saint Sava, the first Archbishop of the Serbian Church.

Crkva svetog Ilije

Rural stone church dedicated to the Prophet Elijah, characteristic of the local Mediterranean ecclesiastical style.

Sveti Đorđe

Local Orthodox place of worship dedicated to Saint George.

Sveti Dorde

Stone church dedicated to Saint George, serving the local Orthodox community.