ДОЛИНА РИЈЕКЕ ЗЕТЕ - БЈЕЛОПАВЛИЋКА РАВНИЦА - И АНТИЧКА ДУКЉА
Valley of river Zeta – Bjelopavli ćka plain and Doclea

Summary/Abstract: The geographic location, favorable climate, hydrological conditions and geological feature of the valley of river Zeta make it a very favorable space to live and work from prehistoric to modern times. These circumstances are skillfully used in the period of formation and development of the Roman municipium Doclea, at the mouth of the river Morača and Zeta, near Podgorica, leaving plenty of traces, archaeological sites and artifacts as illustrative testimony of Roman domination in this area. Valley of river Zeta - Bjelopavlićka plain, in many areas, had a strong influence on the creation and development of ancient Doclea. In addition to the fact that the name of the town derives from the name of the Illyrian tribes Docleati, this area was an important resource for the supply of necessary goods such as agriculture food products and the required building materials. Quality clay, which is abundant in this valley, was the basis ofr the production of the whole range of different ceramic products, as well as a rich find of stone at the site Visočica provided sufficient amount of irreplaceable building materials of high quality. Zeta, as quiet lowland river allowed very convenient transportation of these products and, consequently, represented roadway of utmost importance.

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