Citadel The Citadel of Herceg Novi was erected in 1702, under the Venetian rule. It was already damaged before the big earthquake stroke in 1979, when it collapsed and scattered over the sea. In academic circles it is also known as Tvrdava Mezaluna (crescent moon fortress), while the name "Citadela" probably occurred colloquially. Generally, "citadel" is a term indicating the strongest of strongholds inside a fortress and a prominent first line of defence, where the civilians can seek protection under attack. Citadela was linked directly to the lower part of the old town by firm walls. When the railway was built, opened in 1901, the access to the citadel became a bridge. There are several plans to rebuild the fortress.

Citadel Citadel was already damaged before the big earthquake stroke in 1979, when it collapsed and scattered over the sea.