Trg Bokeljske Mornarice (Boka Navy Square), Kotor

One of the main squares in the Old Town of Kotor is home to the Grgurin Palace, once the residence of the noble family of the same name. Originally constructed in the 18th century using stones transported from the island of Korcula in Dalmatia (now part of Croatia), it served as a town administration building in the 19th century, before being repurposed to house the collections of the Maritime Museum – a must-visit spot for delving into Kotor and Montenegrin history – starting in 1900. Sadly, the building was completely leveled in the earthquake of 1979 but was reconstructed in the early 1980s.

Another highlight here is Karampana, a humble well that quenched Kotor's thirst for centuries. Its current shape dates back to the early 1700s, showcasing exquisite wrought ironwork, crafted by Kotor's skilled blacksmiths, members of the Blacksmiths’ guild. Though the well's original function ceased in 1958 when it was connected to a new water supply system, the tradition of locals gathering around it for news and gossip has persisted – though it takes a somewhat different form with the periodic humor and satire magazine "Karampana".

There are various tales surrounding the origin of the name. Some suggest it refers to an old, worn-out object or machinery, while others trace it back to Venetian dialect, associating it with a chain of brothels in the lagoon city. Despite the ambiguity, the people of Kotor take pride in their beloved fountain, even celebrating it in song.