Serbia
A Day in Sremski Karlovci: Architecture, Culture & Wine
Just 8 km from central Novi Sad, Sremski Karlovci has a population of fewer than 10,000 people. But the small town is rich in beautiful architecture and historical monuments, not to mention a few fascinating museums and wineries. According to archaeological evidence, the area has been inhabited since at least Neolithic times, while the Romans
Exploring the Roman Ruins of Sremska Mitrovica
Like many parts of Serbia’s Vojvodina region, Sremska Mitrovica is a charming town full of classical architecture. But beneath its surface lie the ancient remains of the Roman city of Sirmium, which even once served as a capital of the empire. By far Sremska Mitrovica’s top highlight is what’s left of the Imperial Palace, though
Touring the Art Nouveau Architecture of Subotica
Right along the border with Hungary is one of Serbia’s most endearing towns. Subotica has long had more Hungarians than Serbs, and their influence over the area’s architecture remains clear. Many of the remarkable buildings around town were built in the Hungarian Secessionist style of the early 20th century, and we’ll be covering all of the
A Guide to Novi Sad: Exploring Serbia’s Second City
Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city, is touted by many as the country’s most charming. Despite being just 70 km from the capital, it was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until the 20th century, giving it a distinct look and feel. Now home to the annual EXIT Festival and having been designated a European Capital of
Visiting the Cave Monastery of Crna Reka
Hidden in a canyon about 30 km south of Novi Pazar is one of the world’s most unique cave churches. Crna Reka Monastery was established as early as the 1200s and its current look has remained largely unchanged since the 16th century. Unknown to most visitors to Serbia, a trip to this mysterious monastery could
Exploring Novi Pazar & Its Surrounding Monasteries
In the following Novi Pazar guide, we’ll be covering one of Serbia’s least-visited but most unique destinations. A rare majority Muslim town in a mostly Christian country, Novi Pazar more closely resembles Bosnia & Herzegovina or Kosovo than it does the rest of Serbia. And if you’ve already been to those places, you’ll largely know
Felix Romuliana: The Grand Palace of Emperor Galerius
Felix Romuliana is one of the most overlooked yet significant Roman archaeological sites in the Balkans. Archaeologist Felix Philipp Kanitz, who studied the site in the 19th century, even called it one of the best-preserved Roman monuments in Europe. Yet due to its hard-to-reach location, not many visitors make it. The site was originally a
A Guide to Niš: Visiting the Fortress, Skull Tower & More
Niš may be Serbia’s third-largest city, but it’s a place where few tourists venture. Historically, it’s best known as the birthplace of Constantine the Great (280-337 AD). And today, many of the city’s monuments are reminders of the region’s dark past, from the chilling Ottoman Skull Tower to a Nazi concentration camp. In the following Niš guide, we’ll
Visiting Topola & Vršac: Two Hearts of Historic Uprisings
For whatever reason, visiting Topola, a town situated about 75 km south of Belgrade, doesn’t appear on many travelers’ itineraries. But the town is intrinsically linked with the legendary rebel Karađorđe and his descendants, several of whom would go on to rule Serbia and the Kingdom of Yugoslavia. And one doesn’t need to be a history expert
Exploring Belgrade Fortress & Its Underground Secrets
Nobody visits Belgrade without a walk through Belgrade Fortress. Not only is it the city’s most iconic landmark, but it’s also free to enter. Given the fact that Belgrade Fortress, also known as Kalemegdan, has been occupied for thousands of years, there’s a lot more to it than first meets the eye. The total number
Top 5 Things to Do in Belgrade
Belgrade, a bustling city with nearly 2 million people, is both the capital of the Republic of Serbia and the largest city in the Balkans. While the city has something for everyone, the following list will take a look at the top five things to do in Belgrade from a historical and cultural perspective. All