CN Traveler: Kotor in The Most Beautiful Small Towns in Europe

One of the most famous tourist magazines on the Internet, Conde Nast Traveler, published a list of the 25 most beautiful small towns in Europe. Kotor was on that list.

Too many travelers overlook small towns in Europe. When it comes to European vacations, big culture-driven cities like Rome and Paris tend to get all the attention. But between all the landmarks and selfie-taking tourists, you'll find hundreds of charming spots in Europe with populations smaller than the line for the Eiffel Tower. And despite their petite size, they still offer the same great architecture and beautiful natural surroundings as their metropolitan counterparts.

Kotor, Montenegro

Population: 13,510

At turns reminiscent of Norwegian fjords and Lake Como, the Bay of Kotor is lined with ancient, picturesque towns—including its namesake. Backed by steep limestone cliffs, Kotor's UNESCO-protected Old Town draws visitors for its scenic location, but also for its history. Getting lost here is not only encouraged, but expected: Centuries ago, Old Kotor was built like a maze to confuse invaders.

See the list of other small towns that made it to this list

Cover photo: Conde Nast Traveler