The wonderful chapel, on a cliff above the sea, is home to an interesting legend!

Church of St. Nicholas on a steep cliff near Krimovica in Montenegro, is a unique and magical landmark that can only be reached by sea.

This small chapel, dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors, attracts attention with its incredible location and history.

Church of St. Nicholas on the cliff near Krimovice, Photo: Andrija1234567, GFDL

According to legend, the church of St. Nicholas was erected by a Greek as a vow after he was saved from the weather on the surrounding cliffs.

SOME TRADITIONS SAY THAT THERE WAS ONCE A MILITARY GUARDHOUSE. ON AN OLD AUSTRIAN MILITARY MAP, THE PLACE IS MARKED AS “SCOGLIO NICOLO”.

The original little church got its bell around 1890, and the entire building, corroded by the ravages of time, collapsed after the 1979 earthquake.

Church of St. Nicholas on the cliff near Krimovice, Photo: Andrija1234567, GFDL

The new church, weighing 14 tons, was built entirely on land and was brought from the land by a military ship and then placed on the cliff by crane in 2003.

The dimensions of the church are only 1.5 x 2.5 meters, and the height of the bell tower is 3.5 meters. All together enough for a maximum of five people.

Church of St. Nicholas on the cliff near Krimovice, Photo: Andrija1234567, GFDL

If you find yourself near Krimovice, be sure to visit this exceptional little church. The view from the cliff to the sea and the surrounding landscape will surely amaze you, and the place exudes spirituality and natural beauty.