Upon your arrival in Montenegro, you will discover that an immense number of attractions compete for your attention at every turn. Whether watching the sunrise from the mausoleum on Lovcen, or enjoying the sunset over the panorama of the Bay of Kotor accompanied by dinner in one of the numerous restaurants in the area - these are just some of the many tempting offers of this idyllic part of Europe. If you're on a budget and planning a day in Montenegro, consider visiting the galleries that abound, whether you're in the central or coastal part of the country. There is no entrance fee to the galleries, and the experience itself is priceless. A day spent surrounded by art is certainly a day full of inspiration, whether you fancy yourself an art critic or just looking for a new cultural experience. And just a simple walk through the 'almost-holy' corridors and rooms filled with works of art and design is always a spiritually fulfilling time spent. Analyze the incomparable permanent collection in the DADO gallery in Cetinje, learn about the turbulent past through the works of Montenegrin artists in the modern Budva gallery, or experience art through two important events, the Winter Art Salon and the Hercegnov Art Scene in the Josip Bepo Benković gallery in Herceg Novi. Continue reading the article to get to know the best galleries in Montenegro and their most exciting exhibitions on display.

1. Galerija Centar - center of contemporary art Podgorica Permanent exhibition:  A collection of traditional and contemporary artistic achievements, diverse in characteristics, style and technique. A total of 537 exhibits, in a relevant way, represent the current state of Montenegrin, Yugoslav and partly European art. The oldest museum objects that belong to the collection of the "Centar" gallery are the Ancient krcag from the First Archaic period (725-600 BC; painted ceramics) and a medieval vessel from the 14th century (glazed ceramics) and come from Cyprus. Contemporary works of art by European artists from Malta, England, Italy, Spain and Turkey are presented in the gallery. Location: Njegoševa 2, 21000 Podgorica 2. Gallery Josip Bepo Benković - Herceg Novi Permanent exhibition: Founded under the auspices of the Association of Fighters of the National Liberation War on December 15, 1966, the gallery was named after Josip Bep Benković, a painter and anti-fascist. In the same year, when it was founded, the gallery organized the first "Herzegovina Winter Art Salon" in February 1968, which is also the oldest cult art manifestation in this part of Europe. He has a large number of works of art in his collection: paintings, sculptures and engravings. Location: Marka Vojnovića 32, 85340 Herceg Novi 3. Pisan Gallery - Kumbor Permanent exhibition: It organizes artistic projects and manifestations, a place of cooperation of local, regional and international creatives, artistic and other groups, networks, cultural institutions, institutions in the broadest sense and all other segments of society. The works of renowned artists of different generations from the Balkans have found a place in this representative gallery space. Location: Porto Novi, 85345 Kumbor Montenegro

4. DADO atelier gallery - Cetinje Permanent exhibition: It exists as part of the Art Gallery of the National Museum of Montenegro. During the period of the exhibition season, from April to December, three permanent segments are realized in the gallery. The goal of the gallery is to promote the projects of established authors from the country and abroad, by promoting the "young forces" of the Montenegrin scene and thematic exhibitions conceived from exhibits from the National Museum's collection. Location: Dvorski Trg 1, Cetinje Montenegro 5. Budva Modern Gallery Permanent exhibition: The Budva Modern Gallery was opened in 1972 with the exhibition "Contemporary Expressionists". There are 218 drawings, watercolors, engravings and sculptures in its collection, the most famous of which is the Contemporary Expressionists collection. The exceptionally rich collection includes the works of: Petar Lubarda, Milo Milunović, Rist Stijović, Milan Konjović, Nikola Graovac, Anastas and Špir Bocarić, Gojko Berkuljan, Milorad-Bata Mihailović, Ljubinka Jovanović-Mihailović, Branko-Filo Filipović, Marin Tartalje, Jovan Ivanović, Ed Murtić, Stevan Luketić, Josip Generalic, Salah Taher, Jase Tabucija and Bengt Lindstrom. Location: Cara Dusana 19, The Old Town of Budva

Spend the day enjoying the exhibition part of one of these amazing galleries. Each collection and exhibition individually offers a unique perspective of the past, present and future.