Top 10 tourist attractions in Serbia

The Republic of Serbia is located in southeastern Europe, in the middle of the Danube River that runs through Europe. The Danube River flows through ten European countries and closely connects the economies and cultures of Western Europe and Southeast Europe. The Danube River has a 588-kilometer route in Serbia. It is down by cruise ship. The scenery along the coast is beautiful and there are many attractions and ancient sites that attract tourists.

Novi Sad

Novi Sad, also known as "Norissa", is located north of the capital Belgrade. It is the capital, economic and cultural center of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, and the administrative center of the Sul Bakka region. The city is Serbia's second largest city and an important university city. It is known as the "Athens of the Serbs".

Novi Sad has a leisurely atmosphere, presenting a typical multi-ethnic picture of Vojvodina Autonomous Province and is famous for having multiple cultural elements. The Danube River flows through the city from the south, nourishing the people of Novi Sad, outlining the appearance of the city, and also shaping the character of the city. In the 19th century, the city was Serbia's cultural center and is currently Serbia's second largest cultural center. It has multiple museums and art galleries. The Vojvodina Provincial Museum is a museum telling art and natural history, with a collection of up to 400,000 pieces. At the Norwich Sad City Museum, visitors can see exhibitions of urban life from the first half of the 18th century to the mid-20th century in the "Cultural History Hall". The mainstream Serbian painting gallery contains collections donated by Rajk Mamzić.

Norwich Sad's cultural life is rich, and various cultural festivals are often held, such as the Stanley Theater Festival, the Dragon Children's Dance Festival, the Norwich Sad Music Festival, the International Jazz Music Festival, the Urban Film Festival, the International Imagine-Art-Video Media Festival, the International Agricultural Exhibition, and the largest music festival in Eastern Europe-the Export Music Festival.

Subotica

Subotica is located in the northern part of the province of Vodu, on the border with Hungary. It is the northernmost city in Serbia, the second largest city in Vojvodina Province, and the administrative center of the Norte Bakica Oblast. Subotica is a modern city with unique charm. Many buildings in the city center are decorated with Hungarian famous Jonaj ceramics, adding unique style to the city. The most representative buildings in the city are the synagogue, Subotica City Hall, Rajh Palace and the city library building. The Subotica City Hall, designed by architects Comora and Yakaba, is the largest building of its kind in the Vojvodina region.

The Subotitsa people rebuilt the new building on the former site of the city hall, and it took another two years to complete the interior decoration. The synagogue in Subotica was one of the first buildings to use concrete and steel structures. Near Subotica, there is the well-known Palic Lake, complete with hotels, villas, sports facilities, etc. In addition, there are artificial beaches and zoos, making it a tourist attraction. Every summer, the "Palic International Film Festival" and other cultural and artistic festivals.​

Chachuk

Chacak is located in central and western Serbia, on the Morava River, 140 kilometers south of the capital Belgrade. It is the administrative center of Morava Region and the capital of Moravica Province. The city is the economic, cultural and sports center of Morava State and is known for its archaeological discoveries and religious buildings. The oldest archaeological finds near Chacak date back to the Stone Age. In addition, Bronze Age cemeteries, ancient Roman farm tools and handicrafts have also been discovered. The oldest archaeological finds of Serbian culture date back to the 10th century AD. There are multiple churches and monasteries around Chacak, which have a profound impact on the city's culture and religion.

According to statistics, there are more than 20 religious buildings in the city today. Although some have been damaged to varying degrees, some have been preserved intact and become the city's resplendent heritage. The most important church is the Church of the Ascension, and some monasteries. The history can even be traced back to the Middle Ages. In addition, you can also visit the Roman baths, palaces, monuments, Chacak National Museum, art galleries, art houses, etc. As an important sports city, every citizen of Chacak is a sports fan. In their spare time, they enjoy a variety of sports and outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, mountain climbing, etc.

Zrenyanin

Zrenjanin is located in the eastern part of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina and is the administrative center of the Central Banat Region. It is the largest city in Banat, the third largest city in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, and the sixth largest city in Serbia. It is known for its rich cultural and historical heritage. There are countless historical buildings in Zrenyanin, and some stand out, becoming the most watched buildings in the city because of their style, decoration, or momentum. Zrenjanin City Hall is the most recognized and photogenic building in the city. It has been appearing on many postcards for more than 100 years and is an enduring building.

The Zrenjanin National Museum was established in 1906 to collect and display historical objects from prehistoric times to the 20th century, covering archaeology, ethnology, nature, history and art. Built in 1746, the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is the oldest church in Zrenjanin. It is in Baroque style and survived a fire in 1807 and is a national key protected historical site. In addition, you can also visit historical monuments such as the Eiffel Bridge, the dry bridge, the small bridge, and Zrenjanin Cathedral.

Nikola Tesla Museum

The Nikola Tesla Museum is located in the center of Serbia. It was established in 1952 and is a museum established in memory of Nikola Tesla. Nikola Tesla is a Serbian-American inventor, physicist, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer and futurist. He is considered to be an important promoter of the commercialization of electricity and is best known for his design of modern AC power systems.

The Nikolai Tesla Museum is the most important science museum in Serbia. It collects the personal belongings of the famous scientist Nikolai Tesla. It focuses on telling science and culture, collects science-related items, and protects Nikolai Tesla's original engineering research for mankind. The museum has approximately 160000 original documents and approximately 5700 other objects, including more than 200 books and academic journals, more than 1200 historical exhibitions, more than 1500 photos, more than 1000 prints, as well as technology-related objects, instruments and installations. Rich and colorful, allowing people to not only understand Nikola Tesla, but also understand the fields of Nikola Tesla's research and related scientific achievements.

Museum of Contemporary Art

The Museum of Contemporary Art is located in Belgrade, Serbia. It was established in 1958 as a museum of modern art. It mainly collects, protects and displays Serbian and Yugoslav art works from 1900 to the present. It is the most important art museum in Serbia. The building where the Museum of Contemporary Art is located was designed by the best post-war architects in Yugoslavia. The museum's fixed collection can reach 35000 pieces. According to the age of the art, it can be divided into paintings from 1900 to 1945, paintings after 1945, sculptures, prints, and new media art (photos, films and videos).

The paintings from 1900 to 1945 contain more than 900 works of art by 138 artists, including more than 120 watercolors, pastel paintings and gouache paintings. Paintings after 1945 include 2045 works of art from Serbia and Yugoslavia, each of which is a masterpiece of art. The sculpture collection is one of the museum's most important collections, with 752 sculptures created by Serbian and Yugoslav artists dating from the 20th century to the present.

Ruska National Park

Rushka National Park was established in 1960 and covers an area of 22000 hectares. Rushka Mountain is located in the park, 539 meters high, extending from east to west. The higher parts of Mount Ruska are densely forested, and the valley areas have orchards and historic vineyards. Ruska National Park has the largest liden tree group in Europe, with more than 700 herbal plants growing in it.

Rushka National Park is the venue for wine tastings and is held every year. This is a very popular sport and attracts many people to participate in the event. The park also provides tourists with opportunities for picnics, as well as hiking, cycling, hunting and fishing. The park has traces of primitive human habitation dating back to the Neolithic Age. Before the Roman conquest, it was a residence of Illyrians and Celts. There are 16 orthodox monasteries in Rushka National Park, which are famous for their long architectural styles and murals.

Ada New Ganlijia Island

Ada New Ganlija Island, often referred to as Ada for short, is a small island in the heart of the river in the center of Belgrade, Serbia. It was later artificially transformed into an urban peninsula. It is located on the section of the Sava River where Belgrade flows through the city. Whenever you mention Ada Island, not only refers to the island itself, but also includes the nearby Savahu and sandy beaches.

Because Ada Island is located in the center of Belgrade, it is very convenient. It used to be an execution ground for prisoners close to the government for a long time. The island is full of swamps and people are afraid of it. With the prosperity and development of Belgrade, it has gradually been transformed into a popular entertainment venue. The most attractive thing is the beaches and sports facilities here. It provides all possible sports facilities you can imagine. It is a dream place for sports enthusiasts. Especially during the summer weekend holidays every year, 100,000 to 300,000 tourists come here every day. In view of the popularity of Ada Island, people here gave it the nickname "More Beograda", which also became Belgrade's advertising slogan "More Beograda" in 2008.

Kalemagdan Castle

Kalemegdan Castle is both a castle and a park. It is the best witness of history and an iconic tourist attraction and leisure place in Belgrade. The main body of Kalemegdan Castle was built in the 17th century, but it also has some medieval gates, Islamic-style tombs and Turkish baths inside. Kalemegdan Castle is divided into four parts, namely Xiacheng District, Uptown, Little Kalemegdan and Big Kalemegdan. Each part has its own characteristics and is of great ornamental value.

Kalemegdan Castle was built of huge stones. The castle has been repaired and expanded many times in history, and the architectural heritage of ancient Rome and the Austro-Hungarian Empire can still be seen today. It used to be an important military base, and its remaining cannons can still be found in the park. Kalemegdan Castle is also Serbia's most famous park. It is famous for its winding paths, benches under the shade, picturesque outdoor fountains, realistic statues and magnificent historical buildings. It attracts countless tourists every year. Come here, on the one hand, they can understand its history, and on the other hand, relax and integrate into nature.

Tito's Tomb Tito's Tomb is also called the "Flower Room". It is the cemetery of Tito, the famous leader of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. The reason why it is called the "Flower Room" is because the tomb has always been surrounded by flowers. However, now, what is surrounded next to the tomb is white rocks. Tito's full name is Josip Broz Tito. He was born on May 25, 1892 in the village of Kumrovec, Croatia.

During World War II, Tito led the armed forces of Yugoslavia in a heroic struggle against fascism and was awarded the rank of Marshal in 1943. After the founding of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Tito has always been the highest leader of the party and the country. He was both the General Secretary of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and the President of the Republic. He died of illness on May 4, 1980. After Tito's death, Yugoslavia did not carry out large-scale construction to build a tomb, but buried him in a greenhouse in the presidential residence. The people of Serbia respected Tito very much. Thanks to Tito's leadership, Yugoslavia at that time was a golden era. The country had status and the people had dignity. To this day, people would go to Tito's tomb and lay their own flowers on Tito to's tomb to express their memory.