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Grahovo, Nikšić

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Grahovo ([ɡrâxoʋo]) is a settlement in the Nikšić municipality of western Montenegro.

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Map of Grahovo, Montenegro

History

In the early 17th century, during the Sanjak of Scutari, Grahovo was commanded by Mile Perin. There were 90 houses of which:

  • 70 - Orthodox
  • 20 - Muslim

    • The town had 200 men in arms.

    Grand Duke of Grahovo

    The title "Grand Duke of Grahovo", which refers to this settlement, is an honorary title held by the titular rulers of Montenegro, currently held by HRH Boris, Hereditary Prince of Montenegro.

    The holders of the title included:

  • Grand Duke Mirko Petrović-Njegoš
  • Prince/King Nikola I of Montenegro
  • Prince Mirko Dimitri of Montenegro
  • Prince Mihailo of Montenegro
  • Prince Nikola of Montenegro

    • Notable members of the Grahovo clan

  • Sava Kovačević
  • Vladimir Kovačević
  • Filip Kovacevic
  • Sasha Vujačić
  • Branko Grahovac
  • Veljko Bulajić
  • Žarko Bulajić
  • Živko Andrijašević

    • References

    Grahovo, Nikšić Wikipedia
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