Ulcinj
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Ulcinj is an ancient coastal town in Montenegro, founded by Illyrians in the 5th century BC. It served as a notorious base for piracy under Ottoman rule before being ceded to the Principality of Montenegro in 1878. Today, it is a cultural center for the Albanian community and a popular tourist destination.
Statistics
Area
255.00 km²
Population
19,921