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07/05/2024

What remains of the once vast expanses of floodplain areas, known as "dunavci" or branches of the Danube in its upper course, now constitutes the Special Nature Reserve „Gornje Podunavlje“, a true Danube gem of Vojvodina and Serbia - and the diverse mosaic of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in the marshy forests make a canoe ride one of the adventures after which impressions settle for a long time and memories last forever.

Experience the exoticism of Upper Danube.

Photo: Luka Šarac

06/05/2024

In Kragujevac, St. George's Day is celebrated for three days!

On the plateau in front of the City Assembly, from May 6 to 8, Kragujevac will host a musical spectacle to mark the City Day celebrations and numerous performers will take the stage. The carnival atmosphere will also be complemented by a dynamic cultural and artistic program, where the traditional fireworks will accompany the famous St. George's Мasquerade and the Festival of Street Musicians.

Experience Kragujevac City Day.

Photo: Jovan Živanović

05/05/2024

Christ is risen!

May the most joyful holiday bring you peace and happiness to your family table, and may the guardian egg carry them throughout the year ahead, until the next Easter.

04/05/2024

The folk saying goes that nature was more than generous towards Lukovska Banja Spa: nestled in the valley of the Lukovska River, next to Kuršumlija and Đavolja Varoš, it offers gardens and pools with thermal springs of high mineral value, which were enjoyed even by King Milutin, today providing an opportunity for indulging in the benefits of healing waters with a monumental view of the enchanting expanses of Kopaonik mountain.

Experience the royal spa.

Photo: Lukovska Banja

03/05/2024

Did you know that the Pester Plateau is home to a rare inhabitant, a bird that inhabits distant tundra regions in Eastern Asia and Alaska?

Pester Lake is a well-known area for passionate naturalists - besides the beauty of the highlands it adorns, its natural riches are also reflected in its exciting fauna, which has recently become richer with the gracefulness of the Asian golden plover, seen resting among the grass-covered shores of this lake.

Experience bird watching at Pester Lake.

Photo: John Harrison

02/05/2024

If you're a fan of top-notch off-road adventures, the slopes of Zlatibor mountain offer routes that will make you experience the true wonder of the mountain! Embark on an exciting adventure on four wheels, driving across meadows and pastures, through Zlatibor forests, all the way to Tornik, Zlatibor lakes and Čigota.

Experience quad adventures on Zlatibor.

Photo: Marko Čušin

01/05/2024

Wherever you are today, indulging in lavish natural beauties of Serbia from the early morning hours, always remember to treat it responsibly and preserve it—because spending time in clean and preserved nature preserves you in countless ways.

Happy Labor Day!

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30/04/2024

Where will you pitch your tent this year? Get ready for tomorrow's sunrise at one of Serbia's favorite picnic spots - and to celebrate it in a traditional way, all you need to bring is good energy and, of course, a barbecue!

Experience Labor Day in Serbia.

Photo: Unsplash

29/04/2024

The old Slavs called the sun - „kolo“, as the source of life and a symbol of the constant movement of nature. Today, the "kolo“, a traditional circle dance, is one of the main features of Serbia's national identity and an essential, almost ritualistic part of all gatherings and celebrations. Because of its cultural significance, UNESCO has included it on the world list of intangible cultural heritage.

Experience International Dance Day!

Photo: Dragan Bosnić

28/04/2024

Fly over Kraljevo, the city on three rivers, and indulge in a heavenly adventure above the meanders of the West Morava River and the "Valley of the Centuries," where you'll witness the magnificent panorama of the bastions of Serbian spirituality, the monasteries of Maglič, Žiča, and Studenica. All you need to do is head to the Kraljevo Aero Club and hop into one of the sports planes.

Experience Kraljevo from the air.

Photo: TO Kraljevo

27/04/2024

The waters of Vojvodina region are known to bloom at certain times of the year - and in early May, one of Serbia's most beautiful natural lakes traditionally flourishes during the May Day Regatta, which invites all Balkan sailors to sail out on Lake Palić and compete in all sailing classes of Serbia.

Experience the regatta at Lake Palić.

Photo: Visit Subotica

26/04/2024

Lazar's Cave is steeped in numerous legends and traditions, giving it a unique magical aura - and the journey through its long, mystical corridors will lead you from the marvelous Lace Hall with enchanting stone basins full of sparkling water, all the way to the narrow "Maiden's Room" where hajduks hid Serbian girls to prevent them from ending up in harems.

Experience the season’s opening of the Lazar's Cave.

Photo: Dragan Bosnic

25/04/2024

Do you know where the waterfall that fulfills wishes is located?

If you're ready to find the love you've only dreamed of, head to the legendary Jelovarnik waterfalls! The search for this majestic waterfall is a true mountain adventure because there are no proper signposts to it - however, the sight that awaits you there is worth every twist and turn, as this "waterfall of seven tears" emerges from seven magical springs. According to locals, these springs work wonders if you express your wish aloud in front of them.

Experience the magic of Jelovarnik.

Photo: Olja Simović

24/04/2024

Do not miss "Orpheus in Belgrade", an event that brings together the most representative guardians of traditional cultural heritage, master dancers and singers who bring the traditions of the Balkan countries to Belgrade on April 27.

Enjoy the performances of ensembles of folk dances and songs from Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia and get to know the cultural heritage through traditional songs and dances.

Experience the cultural heritage of the Balkans.

Photo: Orfej u Beogradu

23/04/2024

Since the beginning of time, altars and sanctuaries have been built on hills and elevated grounds - and the Fruška Gora mountain, which stood alone amidst the plains, has been always noted with a sacred significance. Today, this mountain is the oldest national park in the country, and thanks to its 17 preserved Orthodox monasteries amidst gentle forests and magnificent nature, it is known among the people as the "Serbian Holy Mountain."

Experience the sanctuaries of Fruška Gora.

Photo: Tatiana Popov

22/04/2024

Today is Earth Day, a day that reminds us to build sustainable bridges between humans and nature.

Support the "Planet against plastic" campaign, join one of the many actions aimed at preserving the Planet Earth!

Photo: Branko Radičević

21/04/2024

One of the main symbols of the city of Novi Sad, a favorite meeting place, and the most recognizable sight in photographs from the Serbian Athens, the Church of the Name of Mary has had several lives and rightfully can be called a phoenix church, because it has been destroyed and rebuilt several times, each time rising more beautiful than before.

Experience Novi Sad.

Photo: Aleksandar Milutinović, .travel

20/04/2024

Did you know that Obedska pond stands shoulder to shoulder with Yellowstone Park in terms of its status as a Special Nature Reserve?

The mystical beauty of this abandoned meander of the Sava River has been a refuge for hundreds of endemic species of flora and fauna for two millennia. In the unique combination of marshes, dead branches, swamps, wet meadows, and forests, a dynamic coexistence of species occurs - and because of this, it is considered one of the most interesting ecosystems to study on the old continent.

Experience Obedska pond.

Photo: Aca Milutinović

19/04/2024

In the meander that passes through Kladovo, the Danube Ривер relaxes and bends into the shape of a horse's head. On the right bank of this curve, 500 years ago, the monumental "Gate of Islam" was built - the Fetislam fortress. Its dark dungeons still hold a veil of mystery, while its walls remain a favorite expedition for all adventurers and lovers of medieval Serbia.

Experience the jubilee of the walls of Fetislam.

Photo: Turistička organizacija opštine Kladovo

18/04/2024

What if we told you that in a cave southeast of the city of Užice together live dragons, Don Quixote, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs — and that to visit them you have to pass through a giant horseshoe-shaped portal?

Experience the Potpecka Cave, a truly fairytale-like "village under the cave," where you'll witness one of the most exciting carnivals of stalactites and stalagmites, forming some of the most interesting cave formations in Serbia!

Photo: Arhiva TOS, ,

17/04/2024

In spring, the Sopotnica waterfalls transform into monumental curtains of beauty, rich with abundant water cascading from steep cliffs—a spectacle that never dries up throughout the year but changes its form in harmony with nature, as in winter, they become frozen curtains which leave visitors breathless.

Experience the Sopotnica waterfalls.

Photo: Vladimir Živanović,

16/04/2024

Did you know that the Slavic name of the city of Belgrade was first mentioned in a letter from Pope John VIII on this day in 878 AD?

In addition to this, the Days of Belgrade event marks another significant date from its history - April 19, 1867, when the Turkish authorities handed over the city keys to Prince Mihail and Belgrade became a Serbian city again.

Experience the Days of Belgrade, a manifestation that, through an exciting program every April, recalling all the peculiarities, beauties, and great people who have made Belgrade what it is today.

Photo: Dimitrije Milenkovic, unsplash,

16/04/2024

Did you know that scenes from the famous movie "Battle of Kosovo" were filmed within the walls of the Pirot Fortress?

According to legend, the beloved "Kale" of Pirot was founded by duke Momchil, who is considered by some to be a brigand and outlaw, while others see him as a great fighter against Turkish oppression - which is why this exceptional testimony of medieval military architecture also bears the name „Momchilo's Town“.

Experience the city of Pirot through the centuries.

Photo: Dragan Bosnic
Turisticka Organizacija Pirot

14/04/2024

The Balkan lynx, a symbol of the untouched wilderness of Eastern Serbia, graceful and dignified, is at the same time one of the loneliest and most endangered wild species in the Balkans, which, despite its predatory nature, is among the quietest hunters of the Balkan fauna and never attacks humans.

Experience the wilderness of Serbia.

Photo: Dragan Bosnić

13/04/2024

If your travels take you to the Zlatar Mountain, you will come across log cabins neither in the sky nor on the ground, which offer magnificent views of the most beautiful sunrises over the Zlatar Plateau. Therefore, don't miss the chance to experience the primal nature of one of Serbia's most beautiful mountains, with a breathtaking view.

Experience the Zlatar Chalets.

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12/04/2024

When you hear names of monasteries of monumental significance, such as Manasija, Ljubostinja, Ravanica, Kalenić, and Gornjak, you intuitively know that they are bastions of spirituality and culture of medieval Serbia. Almost every one of these sanctuaries, nestled in the Morava Valley, served as refuges for rulers and scholars, as well as devout believers, while today they represent temples of medieval art and majestic architectural beauty that transcends time.

Experience the monasteries of the Morava School.

Photo; Branko Jovanović

11/04/2024

Today we celebrate Serbia's Nature Protection Day!

Experience a new dimension of adventure in nature and embark on an expedition along the hiking trails of the Djerdap National Park, which will lead you through steep Danube slopes, showcasing the attractive landscapes and monumental beauty of this protected nature reserve.

Experience Djerdap.

Photo: Nacionalni park Đerdap - Djerdap National Park

10/04/2024

Welcome to the Aleksandrović Winery, the heart of the Oplenac vineyards and the force that sparked the revival of Serbian winemaking at the end of the 20th century. Located directly near Topola, in the village of Vinča, the heritage of this winery extends back to the wine cellars of King Alexander Karađorđević. Even today, from its terraces, you can enjoy a view of the magical landscape and vineyards of the Šumadija region, along with a rich palette of exclusive wines whose flavors you can experience in the grand tasting hall.

Experience Aleksandrović Winery, the winner of the Tourist Flower award.

Photo: Vinarija Aleksandrovic

09/04/2024

The Golubac Fortress is a true panorama of the centuries, and the permanent exhibitions within its towers will guide you through the history of life in its Lower Town through various artifacts - however, be cautious if you're not ready for a real adventure, because legend has it that once you enter this temporal portal on the Danube, it's necessary to traverse the paths of the famous Dragon Order, which lead you all the way to the cannon tower from where artillery cannons thundered during the Middle Ages.

Experience the history of the Golubac Fortress.

Photo: Predrag Stanić, Tvrđava Golubački grad

08/04/2024

Legend has it that all wishes spoken in front of the Vratna Gates come true, and that prayers to them bring peace to troubled families and homes. Whether you choose to believe in legends or not, it is certain that these three stone arches, monumental sculptural works of nature, represent a sight that must be seen at least once in a lifetime.

Experience the Vratna Gates, the tallest stone gates in Europe.

Photo: Dragan Bosnić

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