Montenegrin Evening held at Trsat Castle

A Montenegrin Evening event was held at Trsat Castle in Rijeka, Croatia, to mark the twentieth anniversary of Croatia's support for Montenegro's independence referendum and two decades of work by the Alliance of Montenegrins in Croatia. The event was a cultural celebration aimed at showcasing Montenegro's rich heritage.

The mixed choir Croatica Montenegrina and musician Tanja Šeter, along with her band, performed traditional Montenegrin songs. Tanja Šeter has recorded over sixty audio recordings of original and authentic music inspired by Montenegrin tradition with Predrag Neđeljković, frontman of the Sevdah Quartet. During her performance, the audience had the opportunity to hear traditional songs such as "Još ne sviće rujna zora", "Sejdefu majka buđaše", "Kradem ti se u večeri", "Moj dilbere", "Jovano, Jovanke", and "Čula jesam, dragi mi se ženi", among others.

Organizers also prepared a tasting of Montenegrin wine Vranac and pršut (dry-cured ham) for visitors. The event was organized by the Alliance of Montenegrins in Croatia in cooperation with the Tourist Board of the City of Rijeka. These tastings provided a glimpse into Montenegro's culinary traditions.

The manifestation was financially supported by the Council for National Minorities of the Republic of Croatia, the Ministry of Diaspora of Montenegro, the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, and the City of Rijeka. This support helped the event reach a wider audience and fostered cultural exchange.

The Montenegrin Evening was more than just a cultural event; it was a meaningful gathering that highlighted the historical ties and shared cultural heritage between Croatia and Montenegro. Participants celebrated the friendship between the two countries through music and flavors. Such events are expected to continue, strengthening cultural bridges in the future.