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Hey there travelers, welcome back to the Travel Droner channel! I'm Anthony, and excited to talk to you about Serbia today.
Serbia is a beautiful landlocked country in Central Europe located in the Balkans. The
capital city of Serbia is an ancient city filled with historical landmarks popularly
known as Belgrade. Serbia has acquired a lot of attention in the past few years,
and rightfully so. While many would ask you to visit the breathtaking city of Paris,
Serbia greatly rivals it in must-visit attractions.
The historically rich country is locked and loaded with the most stunning attractions to
make your vacation worthwhile. What are the best places to visit in a country as rich with culture,
history, and nature as Serbia? And what are the most exciting things to do in Serbia?
Stay tuned cause you're about to find out. Number ten! Visit the stronghold of Golubac.
Golubac Fortress is a significant historical landmark to the Serbian people for numerous
reasons. The large fortress has successfully defended the people against 120 attacks in
the past. Although Serbia is known for its many forts, Golubac Fortress remains
one that can only be viewed from the outside. Golubac fortress was built in the 14th century
with ten great and gigantic towers used for spying on enemies from a distance, which is why it's
unsurprising that many have tried and failed in the past to conquer the impressive tower.
The Golubac fortress is a significant tourist attraction often viewed on Danube boat tours.
The impressive tower has many-sided reinforcements equipped with firearms
that have not been used in years. Golubac tower also has a picturesque exterior that provides
a perfect picture background. If you enjoy studying ancient architecture at its finest,
then you're bound to be awestruck by the great stronghold of Golubac.
Number nine! Take a walk through the magnificent monastery of Studenica.
Serbia is one of the few countries that deserves recognition for its past architectural works,
especially regarding religious buildings. Studenica Monastery was built by Stefan Nemanja,
the founder of Serbia. It also happens to be the founding church of all Serbian churches.
The church is also one of Serbia's largest and most valued churches.
The monastery of Studenica has incredibly tall white marble walls and features some of the best
forms of classical architecture, with the exterior structure of an octagonal dome. The monastery
was initially built to house two churches, the Church of the Virgin and the Church of the King.
However, the most notable thing about the magnificent monastery of Studenica
is its extensive collection of 13th-century and 14th-century Byzantine-style fresco paintings.
Although the paintings were originally more than their current number, the art collection has
depleted over the years due to the harsh impacts of a fire and an earthquake that happened in the
past. Alongside the numerous theft occurrences during the war-filled history of Serbia.
The architecture of the Studenica Monastery is impressive enough, but the incredible artworks
are heart-stopping. Number eight! Visit
the National Museum of Serbia. The National Museum of Serbia is one of the most
significant monuments in Serbia and was recently named a Monument of Culture of Great Importance
in 1979. The National Museum first served as a meeting place for great artists and elites. It
was eventually converted into a museum after the effects of war damaged the original building.
The Serbians built a monument in the same spot to promote their culture and history
to acknowledge the talented artists. The Museum never got its own building and was eventually
moved to a new building which was built as a Fund Mortgage Bank. The Museum houses some exceptional
works of art, such as medieval relics, modern artworks, and Greek and Roman artifacts.
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Number seven! Spend an afternoon at Kalemegdan Park!
The Kalemegdan Park is the biggest Park in Serbia's capital city and Belgrade's
most significant historical monument. The historical landmark is located on
a 410 feet cliff. The Park is split into two parks, "the Great Park and the Little Park,
which currently occupy the area where the Fortress of Kalemegdan was located.
The Park was formerly used as a training ground and the assembly ground of the Serbian army
before battles. Kalemegdan park is most popularly known for its lush surroundings and amphitheater.
Kalemegdan Fortress has long been converted into an amphitheater where various sporting,
artistic and cultural activities occur. Kalemegdan fortress surrounds the stunning Park of
Kalemegdan and museums with tons of highly valued relics. The natural surroundings are perfect for a
romantic walk with a partner. Number six! Explore the
Republic Square of Belgrade. Republic Square houses some of the
most significant architectural and historical monuments, such as the national theatre,
prince Michael's statue, and so much more. It's also known as the central hub of business in
Belgrade. Incredibly tall buildings and the city's trolley bus lines also pass through the square.
While in the square, you might also catch a glimpse of the remains of the
green belt that was initially designed to include avenues and galleries.
Number five! Pay a visit to the Nikola Tesla Museum!
The Nikola Tesla museum has over 1200 technical exhibits, instruments,
and apparatus which belonged to the late inventor Nikola Tesla. The archive has also been listed on
UNESCO'S memory of the world program register because of its groundbreaking role in the
electrification of the world. Number four! Take a walk down
the Island of Ada Ciganlija Ada Ciganlija is a river island
that offers the city's most breathtaking views. The island is located at the center
of Serbia and is surrounded by the Sava River. The Ada Ciganlija is so magnificent
that it receives as many as 300,000 visitors on weekends and over 100,000 visitors daily.
Ada Ciganlija is also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Serbia,
and the locals popularly know it as More Beograda. The island is mainly used for
sporting and recreational activities in the summer and is one of the must-see locations in Serbia.
Number three! Take a stroll down the streets of Knez Mihailova.
Knez Mihailova Street is one of the oldest landmarks of Serbia. It is the central shopping
zone and pedestrian area in Belgrade, which features many historical buildings that were built
in the late 1870s. The streets of Knez Mihailova are even more stunning at night time. The moon and
the streetlights work hand in hand to illuminate the beautiful street and impressive buildings.
The street was named after Mihailo Obrenovic, a prince of Serbia, and tourists and citizens of
Serbia are often seen indulging in people-watching along the streets of the famous city.Knez
Mihailova is the most famous street in Serbia because it connects people of all classes and
places together and features many restaurants with delicious dishes for locals and foreigners. Taking
a stroll down the streets of Knez Mihailova at nighttime is the experience of a lifetime.
Number two! Explore the natural monuments of Serbia.
Serbia is a historically rich country with many landmarks and magnificent works of architecture,
but her natural monuments would leave you in awe. The Stopica cave is a stunning limestone
cave located near Mount Zlatibor. Rumor has it that unknown voices coming from the
future were the fallen soldiers of Serbia who fell into the cave while hiding from
the Ottoman army in the first war of Serbia. While visiting the topical cave, you might want to
check out the spa close to the cave. The primary water source of the spa is the river that flows
through it. Two pipes are connected to the spot where the water springs into the spa. The locals
believe that the water has healing properties and have used it for centuries in crying all
forms of eye problems and skin diseases. The Derdap Gorge is another noteworthy
monument in Serbia. Although most people consider it as a river, the Derdap Gorge is often referred
to as a boundary designed by a deity, but this comparison doesn't do it justice. The water is
located between two spectacular cliff faces and is often described by the locals as the
Iron Gate. Uvac Canyon is another beautiful place with breathtaking cliffs and landscapes
and the gurgling sounds of the Drina river. The Sargan Eight route is another marvel to see.
Although it isn't exactly your ideal natural monument, the Sargan Eight route is way too
stunning to be left out. This beautiful railway derived its name from its figure eight shape,
which can be seen from the air. Although the figure isn't exactly easy to see from the ground,
it shouldn't ruin your hike on the track. Number one! Visit the Church of St. Sava
for a soul-changing moment. The people of Serbia are known
for their magnificent monuments and works of Architecture. Still,
the Church of St. Sava is equivalent to none in terms of beauty and architectural intimacy.
The Church of St. Sava looms over the city grounds and can be easily seen from miles
away. The dominating building was built on the spot where the invading Ottoman soldiers burned
the relics of St. Sava. The magnificent structure is as compelling as a church of God should be.
And that's a wrap on today's video! Did you agree with my list? What are your thoughts on
the extraordinary landmarks of Serbia? Which of these places would you love to visit? Let
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