Tourists come to Petrovac for the clean sea, a relaxing beach holiday and a relaxed Montenegrin atmosphere. The resort is comfortably located in a natural bay, closed on all sides by mountains and forests, and sea views complement the idyllic landscape.

In this post I will tell you about the main attractions of Petrovac, the post will be short and useful. A longer tour of Petrovac is available here.

City and suburban beaches

The embankment is one of the places where it is pleasant to be at any time. It is on the embankment that all the tourist delights, cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, etc. are concentrated. Most decent Petrovack hotels should be looked for near the city embankment.

Some coastal cafes and restaurants operate not only during the high tourist season, but also after it ends. In summer it can be a little noisy and crowded, which makes the local embankment similar to the embankment in Budva.

The entire tourist life of the resort takes place near the city embankment, excursions are sold here, and you can immediately visit one of the restaurants with a Russian menu. On the embankment there is a museum, rental offices, and several real estate agencies.

Venetian fortress Castello

In the north of Petrovac, the embankment abuts a steep cliff on which a small fortress is built. This defensive structure was founded in the 16th century by the Venetians, who at that time ruled the lands of modern Montenegro.

Today, most of the fortress is given over to commercial needs, so you can sit in a cozy restaurant and think about Venetian grandeur. Only a small part is allocated for free visits; there is an observation deck, a cannon and a memorial stele.

Monasteries and churches

The visiting card of Petrovac is the island church; it is located on a tiny rocky island 500 meters from the coast.

In the immediate vicinity of the resort, you can visit a couple more ancient shrines of the Orthodox world. And in the immediate vicinity of the beach area there are several small prayer churches.

Rezevici Monastery- on the territory of the monastery courtyard there are three churches, the oldest dating back to the 13th century. Surprisingly, this is one of the few Montenegrin monasteries that survived all the troubled times, natural disasters and reached the present day in perfect health.

Gradiste Monastery- the monastery is located a few kilometers from Petrovac, but I highly recommend visiting it. The date of foundation of the monastery is lost somewhere in the Middle Ages, presumably it is the 15th century. There are three churches in the monastery courtyard; they had a very difficult fate. Inside, unique frescoes from the 15th century have been preserved on the walls.

St Thomas' Church- currently inactive, there is a small cemetery on the territory. Near the temple there are Roman mosaics from Petrovac.

Church of St. Elijah- active, located next to the Church of St. Thomas. Built in the 15th century, it looks very ascetic in appearance, services are held regularly, and entry for tourists is free.

Church of the Holy Week- a tiny church located on an equally tiny coastal island. You can only visit there on a rented boat.

Roman mosaics in Petrovac

In the Montenegrin town of Risan, there are well-preserved Roman mosaics. In Petrovac, the size of the mosaics is a little more modest, and the attitude towards them is less pretentious. If in Risan they were hidden under a canopy, then in Petrovac they pay much less attention to the protection of ancient artifacts.

Exactly opposite the city beach, there are two tiny islands: Katic and Sveti Nedelya. The name of the second came from the tiny church built on it. Which in turn got its name from the legend about the miraculous rescue of sailors.

You can get to the islands only by rented boat, or as part of an excursion. Trying to get to the islands by swimming is not a good idea, although some sites thoughtlessly write about this possibility.

Virpazar and Skadar Lake

Half an hour's drive from Petrovac is the largest freshwater lake in the Balkans - Lake Skadar. If you live in Petrovac, then visiting there is highly recommended. You can get there either by rented car (see the link for my rental experience) or by bus.

The most tourist settlement on the shores of Lake Skadar is the tiny town of Virpazar. The city is so small that all its attractions can be explored in 20 minutes. But you can admire the suburban beauties endlessly.

Have a nice holiday in Petrovac.

A city where you can relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle, unlike Budva. Let's walk together along the coast with a pine forest, see 4 excellent beaches, good apartments and find out prices in local restaurants. Petrovac will enchant you with its stunningly beautiful bay, rocky grottoes, flowering gardens, its streets, beaches and unforgettable sunsets.

After the bustling Budva, we went to the small cozy town of Petrovac - a beach resort on the Budva Riviera, located on the shores of the picturesque Petrovac Bay (up to about 17 km). The town is built in steps along the hills, hidden in the greenery of flowering gardens, olive groves and dense pine forests, so the microclimate here is very mild. Petrovac is a beautiful resort area of ​​Montenegro, calm, atmospheric, not too crowded. It is popular with families with children, and there are many Serbian and Montenegrin vacationers here. Parking is tight in the city, but 2 beaches are enough for everyone.

City of the Venetians?

This section of the Adriatic coast was inhabited in Roman times; In the Middle Ages, the village of Lastva stood here. Since the 16th century, the settlement was owned by the Venetian Republic - then the Castello fortress was built here to defend against pirates. The settlement of Kastel Lastva acquired the status of a city in the 18th century; only in the last century did its modern name, Petrovac, appear.

Beaches

City Beach

The main city reddish-sand beach stretches for 2 kilometers; along it runs a 600-meter green promenade with a series of cafes and shops. The beach is equipped with everything you need. 2 sun loungers with an umbrella will cost €10-15 per day.

Prices in restaurants on the embankment are good and reasonable. You can afford to dine at any of them:

Lucice beach

The second beach in Petrovac is even better. On the picturesque beach of Lucice, located 10 minutes from the center of Petrovac, there is convenient entry into the water, in places there are pebbles and stones, the beach itself is mostly pleasant sand without stones.

The length of the beach is 200 m in length. An umbrella and 2 sun loungers cost €10-15. We sunbathed for free on our towel. It seemed to me that the water here is warmer than on the neighboring city beach, and the beach itself is much more comfortable and beautiful.

But there are too many such beauty lovers. We were there in mid-September and people were sunbathing quite densely. I'm scared to imagine how crowded it is in the summer.

Let's look at the prices in the cafe

There are several eateries off the coast purely for snacking; there is no serious food there. The prices are above average, but they give you a free sunbed and umbrella if you are their client.

Attractions

Castello

Walking along the city embankment along the beach, you and I will not miss the ruins of the fortress. To climb on it, you need to go through the restaurant to the flag.

Fragments of the fortress (Kastelo) remain from the Venetian era. From its terrace you can clearly see the sea and the embankment. There is a museum in the ruins of the castle. It presents mosaics from the 3rd–4th centuries, found by archaeologists and becoming evidence of the Roman period.

On the upper platform of the fortress, a memorial was erected to the residents who died during World War II. This is an excellent viewing platform for the city, the beach and a small bay with turquoise water.

Churches

In the city there is an active church of St. Elijah (sv. Ilije), the now closed church of St. Thomas (sv. Tome) and the church of St. Vida (sv. Vida). These religious monuments date back to the 14th–15th centuries.

Islands of Holy Week and Katic

From any point in the city where you can see the sea, you can see an unusual island. Every now and then boats with tourists land there, they frantically run to the chapel and ring the bell. An ancient chapel-amulet has been preserved on the small island of Holy Week (sv. Nedelja), located a kilometer from the town. The bell in the chapel rings every morning, and also when tourists arrive.

Nearby is another small island, Katič. There is a lighthouse on it.

To get to the island, you can rent a boat for about €25 per hour for the whole group.

Walk to Perazic Do Beach

We came to Petrovac mainly for this walk along the sea. The path starts from the fortress in Petrovac and goes into a coniferous forest. It doesn't start out very picturesque, but don't rush to turn it off.

A little more and you will find a stunning panorama of Petrovac and a little of the fortress.

And here is a pine path with an amazing pine aroma.

We pass small bays with turquoise water.

Through several tunnels.

We went to a small secret beach, which cannot be reached unless you arrive by boat.

Passing from tunnel to tunnel, we slowly walk towards the treasured beach.

It’s a pity that at the final point you come to an ugly, unfinished hotel. They say that the construction of the century has been going on for almost 30 years. They destroyed a beautiful bay, mangled rocks, and destroyed the beach.

Parazic Do Beach in the village of Rezhevichi

In Parazic Do Bay, near Rezevici, there is the most popular local beach, Reževića Do, surrounded by steep cliffs. The shore is sandy and pebbly, but mostly large pebbles. Getting to Rezhevichi by taxi or bus takes about 15 minutes.

I didn't really like the beach itself. Large pebbles and no view.

Buljarica Beach

The large 2-kilometer pebble beach of Buljarica can be reached by a pleasure boat or by climbing a 96-meter-high hill. We got here by car; there are no problems with parking. In September all parking was free.

Very spacious beach. Coarse sand mixed with pebbles. Gorgeous view of the mountains, silence. One of my favorite beaches. Bring swimming slippers; entering the sea over rocks is not very pleasant.

Cuisine and restaurants

The Petrovac Market offers fruits, vegetables, homemade products (smoked pork, cheeses), and sells local wine and grape vodka.

The Petrovac restaurant Mediterano is considered the best in the country. Its menu includes Mediterranean cuisine, fresh seafood dishes, and drinks made from its own citrus fruits picked in the yard.

Near the fortress there is a cafe-pizzeria Lazaret with Italian cuisine, and another pizzeria is open on the embankment - Kiss.

Traditional Balkan dishes are offered by the Balkan restaurant, an establishment with live music in an alley near the Voli supermarket. Local cuisine is characterized by seafood and fish, meat, and an abundance of herbs and vegetables.

Entertainment and relaxation

Petrovachka night, photo Miloš Cetkovic

In the old fortress, discos are noisy at night, a nightclub and the Castello restaurant are open.

From the pier from the main beach, boat excursions depart daily to the islands of Katič and Sveti Nedelja, with visits to caves and chapels, with snorkeling for tourists.

Football matches are held at the city stadium "Under Maly Brod".

In summer, a Jazz festival is held in Petrovac.

Every year, at the end of August, the city organizes the traditional “Petrovachka Night” - a large-scale tourist festival that opens with a parade of an orchestra and majorettes, continues with street concerts, wine and fish tastings, and ends with nightly fireworks.

A little earlier, in June, the Pashtitsada festival is held - a gastronomic event, which is also accompanied by tastings and concerts.

How to get to Petrovac from the airport

And from the airports of Tivat and Podgorica to Petrovac the drive is the same, about an hour.

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By bus

All options for traveling by bus from Tivat airport are considered.

From Petrovac bus station every 30 minutes. buses depart to Budva and Bar; approximately every hour - to Kotor with stops in Budva, Becici, Tivat; There are buses to Podgorica, Niksic, Cetinje, Danilovgrad.

Transfer or taxi

It is better to order an individual transfer to. It turns out cheaper than catching a taxi near the airport, and you will travel in a car of the class you need. Travel time is 40 minutes, price – from €34.

By car

It makes sense to rent a car. This will allow you to save on transfers and see the country without being tied to excursions and public transport.

Rezevici Monastery

In the north-west direction from the town, near the village of Rezevici, under Mount Voštanica, surrounded by olive groves, there is a UNESCO site - an Orthodox monastery (Manastir Reževići) of the 15th century with the Church of the Ascension of the Virgin Mary, in which frescoes from the 12th century have survived.

Along the hiking trail between Rezevici and Petrovac you can see a natural phenomenon - picturesque sandstone layered rocks.

The Church of the Holy Cross (crkva sv. Krsta) is interesting. It was built in the 14th century. in the village of Novoselje above Petrovets on the road to Podgorica.

Not far from Petrovac (in the neighboring village of Buljarice) on the mountain there is another secluded monastic complex - the late medieval monastery of Gradiste, surrounded by the ruins of a fortress wall.

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Petrovac is an excellent place for a relaxing type of holiday. It’s good to take a leisurely walk along the embankment, especially in the evening, and sit in local restaurants, eating another masterpiece from the chef. Admire the beautiful sunsets and take memorable pictures with your camera. As for the excursion and educational side of Petrovac, it is not very developed here. But nevertheless, every town, no matter how small or large, always has in its arsenal several interesting places, Petrovac is no exception in this regard, and despite the fact that it has very limited resources in this direction, everything is for tourists There is a lot to see within the boundaries of this quiet town.

What is worth seeing in Petrovac.

• Fortress- it is possible to visit it only during the daytime, since in the evening the small nightclub Castello opens its doors here. At one time, she protected local residents from pirate attacks. It was also a hospital during the Second World War and a prison during the First World War. There was an observation post on top of the fortress, which offered an excellent view of the sea surface, and in case of danger, information quickly came down and the city was instantly ready for attack. Today it is a symbol of Petrovac. Any tourist can also go up to the observation deck and experience for themselves what local residents once saw in anticipation of danger. Also, in the fortress there is a real cannon, shots were once fired from it. And in memory of those killed in World War II, a stele was erected with the names of those killed.

Fortress in Petrovac.

• Rezevici Monastery- monasteries and churches in Montenegro are very revered by local residents, for the most part they played a big role in the history of the country. The Rezhevichi Monastery today consists of two churches and a small annex; anyone can come here for services or simply visit this place for self-knowledge. The monastery employees are always happy to see tourists and are ready to tell the story of Rezhevichi in every detail. Who built it, why. How badly the monastery suffered after the First and Second World Wars.

Rezhevichi Monastery.

• Church of St. Elijah- another active church in Montenegro. Perhaps I would not talk about it, but it is within its walls that the famous icon of the Martyr of the Week is located, this is a local saint to whom all local residents pray.

Church of St. Elijah.

• Chapel of the Holy Week- this chapel is located on a small uninhabited rocky island. There is a legend that it was built by an ordinary sailor who, while going out to sea, was caught in a severe storm, but by some miracle he survived. During these terrible moments, he prayed to Holy Week, and she miraculously helped him survive. So, as a token of gratitude, he erected this chapel on a small island. Any tourist vacationing in Petrovac will see this chapel from the shore, and if desired, you can swim to it yourself. Many tourists do this, some on their own, while others take a catamaran or boat - and sail up in this easier way.

Chapel of the Holy Week.

• Lucice Beach- for Montenegro this beach is truly a landmark. It is located in an amazingly beautiful place, next to Petrovac. There is a small piece of sandy beach and its own water slide, from which anyone can slide straight into the sea. There are more than enough people who want to come here, especially in high season. If it were not for this sad fact, it would be a real pleasure to relax here.

Petrovac, located 17 km from Budva, is surrounded by olive groves and dense pine forests, so the microclimate there is very mild. Families with children relax here, including many local Serbs and Montenegrins. And it doesn’t matter that the city has only one not too big beach (600 m long) and one playground. But there is a calm and cozy atmosphere here, there are enough restaurants and bars, but around 12 at night everything goes silent, and you can enjoy a sound sleep in absolute silence. And this despite the fact that in July-August the town is crowded with tourists.

Don't think that Petrovac is boring. There is a stunningly beautiful bay here, and if you move a little away from the main beach, you can admire the rocky grottoes to your heart’s content and find hidden places for swimming. There is an ancient castle here, a 16th-century Venetian fortress built to repel pirates. During the day you can take great photos from it, and at night in the fortress, behind thick walls, there is a disco. And right outside the town there is a pine grove, an excellent place for walking.

Opposite Petrovac, in the sea, there are two charming rocky islands, on one of them there is a miniature chapel. From there, a gentle bell ringing can be heard every morning.

How to get there

Both from Tivat airport and from Podgorica airport to Petrovac take about an hour. You can get there on your own by bus or taxi. The bus station is located about a kilometer from the beach, it is easy to find by following the signs. From there, buses depart every half hour to Budva and Bar (2-3 EUR), approximately every hour - to Kotor (making stops in Budva, Becici, Tivat, 4-5 EUR), less often - to Podgorica, Cetinje, Niksic, Danilovgrad.

It is also convenient to get to Budva or Bar by taxi; one way it will cost from 20-30 EUR. In addition, in Petrovac it will not be difficult to find a car rental, you just need to go to the reception desk or one of the travel agencies on the embankment. Prices on the page are as of November 2018.

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Beaches of Petrovac

Petrovac includes two beaches - the main one, which stretches along the entire resort, and Lucice, which takes 5-10 minutes to get to. Both are small pebbles, the depth is quite large and children can no longer splash around 3-5 meters from the shore. The beaches are equipped with everything you need, namely showers (free), sun loungers, umbrellas, toilets (at the cafe for free, or from 0.30 EUR), bars and restaurants.

The cost of two sunbeds with an umbrella is about 10-15 EUR per day; some hotels (for example, Vile Oliva and Rivjera) provide their guests with these services for free (on the main beach). There are also separate free areas where you can lay out your towel, place an umbrella and enjoy the clear sea for absolutely nothing, which many people prefer to do. The resort sells an abundance of special bedding, mattresses and similar “rookeries” for tourists (all for up to 10-15 EUR) who do not want to spend money on sunbeds and umbrellas every day.

The main beach stretches for about 2 km, along which there is a charming promenade with cafes, restaurants and shops. Lučice beach is a little more picturesque; entry into the water is more convenient, since the pebbles are similar to sand in places, while on the main beach there are large stones at the entrance to the water. It is located to the left of the main beach, a comfortable asphalt road leads to it. There is parking in front of the entrance to the beach; for a fee you can drive your car directly to the coast and park there.

There are no hotels on Lucica, this is a slightly wild section of the coast, except for the embankment and a couple of restaurants, there are not even residential buildings here, which attracts tourists to walk to this beach - it is very picturesque. On both sides the beach is covered by stone cliffs with pine trees, one of which you can climb for panoramic views of the sea. In addition, Lucica has one long water slide with sea water, which ends in a small pool carved out of the rock. Absolutely safe for children. Cost: 5 descents for 1 EUR.

In May 2008, a club beach opened in Petrovac - Beach Club Ponta: Moscow and European DJs, special parties, VIP boxes. Entrance to the water is concrete platforms. You can also have a great lunch or dinner there; the prices are high compared to other restaurants, but the fish cuisine is also excellent. This restaurant also offers stunning views of Petrovac in the evening.

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Cuisine and restaurants

Most hotels offer their guests half board - tomorrow and dinner; many prefer to have lunch in restaurants, or eat snacks on the beach. Boiled corn, traditional for the Crimea, is also served here, as well as donuts and all sorts of delicious pies. A large hamburger made from a real piece of perfectly fried meat on the embankment will cost about 2-3 EUR; they also sell good-quality slices of pizza (1.5-2 EUR), ice cream (from 1 EUR for 2 scoops) and similar foods. Popular drinks are beer (at the bar from 1.5 EUR) and, of course, wine (per bottle from 8-10 EUR).

There will be no problems choosing a restaurant at the resort. On Lucice beach there is an excellent fish restaurant, which is surprisingly picturesquely located - on the mountainside, overlooking the beach and the sea, embedded in a landscape of pine trees and rocks. Lunch for two there will cost about 30-40 EUR with drinks. In addition, there is one pizzeria, two bars where you can enjoy pizza and hamburgers.

It would take too long to list restaurants on the main beach, the choice is so rich. We can mention just a few - look for Chinese cuisine in Da Vinci, discos and cocktails in the Kastelo and Terrasa bar in the old Venetian fortress, national food in Konoba, drinks and live music in the bars on the embankment.

Fruits are sold everywhere at the resort, and in search of alcoholic souvenirs and prosciutto (cuts from 5 EUR), you can walk to the Voli supermarket, where you can buy a bottle of wine as a gift from 4-6 EUR.

Nature of Petrovac

Entertainment and attractions

Directly at the resort, the attraction is the ancient Venetian fortress (now a nightclub and restaurant) and the observation deck with a stella located next to it (entrance is free). It’s also worth finding a slightly dusty glass pavilion with Roman mosaics, walking to a pretty Catholic church, or going to one of the monasteries in the surrounding area. Both are located about 1 km from the resort, and can also be reached by taxi.

Entertainment options include a water slide on Lucice beach, boat cruises (2 hours, sail to St. Stefan), a walk on a glass bottom boat (half an hour), diving, you can rent a boat, ride a catamaran or jet ski, play tennis or Ping pong.

For children, quite often (about 2-3 times a week) the Palas Hotel organizes theatrical performances by visiting troupes of artists - circus, pantomime, fairy tales. There will be no problems with language, since the performance for the most part takes place without words; The performances start around 20-20:30, watch the posters.

An important resort on the Montenegrin coast, Petrovac is located in a small bay, protected from the cold winds by high mountains. The town of Petrovac is surrounded by dense olive groves and pine forests and is located in a sandy bay, overlooked by the fortress turned fashionable nightclub Castello.
Petrovac, Montenegro, was originally a fishing village. The beautiful town of Petrovac (originally called Kastellastva) was founded in the 12th century and is located approximately 9 km southeast of the Sveti Stefan peninsula. In the first half of the 13th century, the Rezevici monastery was founded here, which today is located about 3 km northwest of Petrovac. Another valuable historical monument in the area is the small church of Sveti Ilija from the 15th century. In its vicinity, the foundations of a 2nd century Roman villa were found, containing the remains of a mosaic.

Video about Petrovac

Guests of the Petrovac resort can relax on the pebble city beach, located directly below the promenade, which is lined with restaurants, bars, cafes and small shops. A quieter place to relax is a small pebble beach located about 600 meters south of the hill. This beach is just under 1 kilometer long and is covered with small pebbles and sand.

As you drive from the city through olive groves and pine forests, you may be impressed by the wall of mountains that protect the locals from the elements. It is these mountains that guarantee a pleasant atmosphere in the city and a large number of sunny days a year.
Petrovac, Montenegro, has a beautiful natural landscape, which is also created by two small islands in front of the bay. The sea view is enriched by two islands: Katic and Sveta Nedelja. On the small island of Katic you can see only a few pine trees, but on the neighboring island you can see the remains of a church, which, according to legend, was built by a sailor who escaped after the wreck of his ship.
Just behind Petrovac stands on a small hill the Gradiste Monastery, which includes three churches. The youngest of them (Sveti Sava) has an apse and an interesting facade made of stripes of white and red stone. The architectural style suggests that it was built by the same architect who built the Holy Trinity Church in Budva and the church in the Podostrog Monastery. The bell tower at the Western Wall was built in 1853, and the church itself was probably built at the same time.

A much older building is the Church of St. Nicholas (Sveti Nikola), the interior of which is decorated with frescoes from the early 17th century. This church also has a residential building on the ground floor, which served as a work area and residence for the monks.
From the Gradiste Monastery there is a beautiful view of the coast and Buljarice beach.

Resort Petrovac in Montenegro

Petrovac is part of the Budva Riviera because it belongs to the municipality of Budva. In the off-season the city has about 1,500 residents, while in the summer this number increases many times over. The city beach in Petrovac is about 600 meters long. The beach is sandy, has reddish sand and is one of the most popular beaches on the Riviera. The area of ​​this beach is almost 10,000 square meters, but during the high season it can sometimes get very crowded. At Petrovac City Beach you can rent beach furniture or put a towel in any free space. The swimming area borders on a landscaped embankment coastline with cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops. The embankment stretches along the seashore and ends at a small pier.
The resort of Petrovac in Montenegro, which has more than 300 sunny days throughout the year, offers various types of entertainment. Every day, boat excursions are organized, during which you can visit other beaches and cities of the Budva Riviera. Moreover, there are also water sports here such as jet skiing, banana boat, catamaran.
The resort of Petrovac in Montenegro has a post office, a medical center, a police station, a community center, a church, a market, a supermarket, sports facilities, many hotels and villas, restaurants and cafes. According to many, Petrovac is the most beautiful city on the Budva Riviera. The crystal clear waters here line several beautiful beaches, which are surrounded by dense pine forests, olive trees, palms and other Mediterranean plants.

Petrovac on the map of Montenegro

Where is the city of Petrovac in Montenegro? This resort town has a central location, making it a good base for exploring Montenegro. For example, travel time to Budva is only 25 minutes, to Bar - 30 minutes, to Ulcinj - 1 hour, to Tivat and Kotor - 50 minutes, to Herceg Novi - 1 hour 40 minutes, to Cetinje - 55 minutes. As you can see, from Petrovac you can quickly get to many famous cities of Montenegro. From here you can explore all the beaches of the Budva Riviera, as well as go to Lake Skadar, the Bay of Kotor and Cetinje. One-day excursions are offered to all these places from Petrovac.
Below you will see the exact location of the city of Petrovac on the map of Montenegro.

Map of Petrovac with hotels

Petrovac has quite a lot of hotels and guest houses for such a small town. A map of Petrovac with hotels will allow you to understand where the hotel you are interested in is located, what its location is in relation to the beach, city center and other objects. The best map of Petrovac with hotels is an interactive Google map, where you can see all the most important objects of the city. You can move, enlarge or reduce the map.