TheZeta Plain (Montenegrin:Zetska ravnica /Зетска равница,pronounced[zɛ̂ta]) is a fertile lowland inMontenegro. It stretches fromPodgorica[1] in the north to theSkadar Lake in the south. It is the biggest plains area in Montenegro, with an average elevation around 40 m (130 ft) above sea level.[2]
The name "Zeta" derives from an early root meaning "harvest" or "grain" (modern words žetva and žito). Confusingly,Zeta River flows not through the Zeta Plain but through another significant valley in Montenegro,Bjelopavlići.
Zeta Plain is one of the most densely populated areas in Montenegro.Golubovci, the capital ofZeta Municipality, which encompasses most of the plain, is the largest settlement. The vineyards ofPlantaže, a Montenegrin quality wine producer, are situated in the plain, which is ideal for growingMediterranean fruits and vegetables.[3]
Zeta Plain is the site of thePodgorica Airport, as well as thePodgorica Aluminium Plant which is considered to be the worstpollutant of the plain.
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