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OVERVIEW Serbia is a country located on the European
The people from Serbia is very warm and
continent, in the Balkans. The region usually
receives tourists very well. It is a perfect
hosts a lot of conflicts due to the controversy
destination for those who like to do something
related to its division. In 2003, what was
different because, due to the difficulties and
called Yugoslavia became Serbia and
lack the sophistication of the big cities of world
Montenegro. In 2006 this same region was
tourism, it is a journey not very usual.
divided into two independent states: Serbia, whose capital is Belgrade, and Montenegro,
But there are also many interesting and
whose capital is Podgorica.
beautiful spots to enjoy, and especially a lot of history to learn. And remember: there you can
Serbia is a country that, even destroyed
go to many European countries that are close
because of the war, has a great tourist
to it, such as Croatia, Bulgaria and Hungary.
potential. For anyone that likes to visit historical sites, it is the perfect place to be.
Now how to get around Serbia since I do
Belgrade is the main attraction with beautiful
not know how to speak their language? Do
views of mountains and other cities like Novi
not worry, most restaurants and stores have
Sad and Nis, that are also worth visiting.
employees that speak English or French.
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CLIMATE The climate in Serbia changes a lot during the
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year. Winters are cold and snow, the temperature can reach -3 °C. It snows a lot at the mountains. Summers are very hot, humid and rainy, with temperatures going up to 27 °C. Except for the south, where summer is hot and dry. It rains a lot in the late fall and spring seasons are short.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
There are a few options to go around Serbia, either to walk across the country or even to go to other cities in Europe:
BUS The bus service is very reliable and Serbian goes almost across Serbia, except for Kosovo,
There is no specific best time to visit Serbia,
which has its separate system. You can also
because each season brings a different kind
make reservations if you to other country
of visit. Depends on the type of the trip you
like Turkey, France, Sweden, Germany or
want to take.
Switzerland. No problem as the busloads, as
The most convenient season in terms of comfort is in the early spring and summer. Since the climate in the country is mild, and there is rain all year long, but nothing that will ruin your trip. So you can visit many tourist spots and go to some events and cultural festivals. But if you prefer to go in the winter you will enjoy the ski season, from November to March. But do not
this is very rare.
CARS AND MOTORBIKES It is a great option for those who want to travel independently and know the country the way you want. Watch out for the traffic demands of Serbia, one must have first aid kit, triangle transit documents on time and tires and spare bulbs. You can be fined by the lack of these items, the Serbian police is very strict regarding
forget to take warm clothes, it snows a lot and
the excessive speed as well. Usually the buses
the temperature can reach -3 °C.
are not very crowded.
that has been through the war. There are several museums and cultural institutions such as the National Museum and Ethnographic Museum. The remains of the bombing can still be seen in some parts of the city as well as a tension from the war, after all, the city was the scene of many wars since the founding of the Republic of Yugoslavia. That is, in Belgrade you will be surrounded by a living history of a country that has undergone many revolutions and changes. But in Belgrade there neighborhoods that were built after the war. New Belgrade, is completely different from
TRAINS
what was said before. The region is modern
There are lines connecting Belgrade to Novi
believe that there are two areas completely
Sad, Subotica even with Montenegro. Pay
different in the same city. In addition to the
attention to which train you want to travel
historical places, there are bars and clubs in
because the rates are different for each
the capital of Serbia, showing it has a very
destination. Trains are slower than buses due
lively evening. Belgrade is a must for anyone
to lack of infrastructure.
traveling to Serbia.
with futuristic buildings, in fact, it is hard to
NOVI SAD
ATTRACTIONS BELGRADE You must go to Belgrade when you go to Serbia. The city is the living portrait of a place
No less interesting and important that Belgrade, Novi Sad is also a great destination. You’ll find the Petrovaradin Fortress, one of the largest fortresses on the Danube. The Clock Tower is a must go and there you can see a panoramic view of the city, which is very beautiful.
GOLUBAC FORTRESS The seven towers have experienced many battles and, despite being a medieval fortress, is still very well preserved. Stepping in a place where many battles took place during hundreds of years is priceless. The fortress is located in one of the entries from Gorge Djerdap, one of the most impressive natural landscapes of the country. It is located
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by the River Danube and is certainly one of the
FRUSKA GORA
best sights of Serbia. Enjoy a rest in the spa, or
A mountain is very famous and has beautiful
if it is in the winter, try skiing nearby.
scenery, is situated in Vojvodina. It is a good
GUCA FESTIVAL OF MUSIC It’s a big music festival that takes place in
option also to visit the monasteries that are in the area around Fruska Petkov and Velika Gora as Refer.
August and wakes up the sleepy town of Guca. In addition to lots of music and dance, grilled meat and beer are ingredients mixed in this festival that lasts more than 10 days and nights through Serbia. The main beat is the Jazz. A
WHERE TO STAY
wide variety of artists are presented, showing the best of cultural production not only of
The best place to stay in Serbia is Belgrade,
Serbia but also from the former Yugoslavia.
there you will be in a busy place and with good options for accommodation, shopping,
entertainment and the best reception of all,
beef kebab, which is nothing more than meat
because the Serbian people are very warm. For
on a stick. Another Serbian specialty is the
those who are young or do not want to spend
stuffed peppers. You can also find the cevapi
too much, there are many hostels around the
(small pieces of meat into strips), the great
city, they are very simple, but comfortable.
hamburger steak pljeskavica, Meso (steak
There are also luxury hotels for those who want
grilled chicken), the cluster of Kobasa sausages
to enjoy the trip in great style, these hotels have
and Vesala (strip of pork).
hosted war spies and even celebrities. For dessert you can try krempita (thousand For the tourists that are more adventurous,
leaves stuffed with cream) and also Rahat
the field regions of Serbia is a great place.
Turkish delight, a square candy that is very
The highlands are very beautiful, but must be
popular in the country.
careful, especially in winter because it snows a lot and the conditions are not the best. Whether
There are many restaurants and kiosks,
for accommodation, food or transportation,
mainly in downtown Belgrade. On the street
walking through the fields and mountains of
Frankuska you will find restaurants specializing
Serbia is a task for those who know. But all this
in seafood. Skadarlija is an old bohemian
sacrifice is worth it by the beautiful landscapes
quarter of Belgrade which has several
of forests, mountains and fields.
restaurants, and most of them have live music playing. Who likes alcoholic beverages, all of these meals can be accompanied by
DINING OUT You will really eat ‘typical food’ when you go to Serbia, because everywhere that you go it is possible to taste the typical dishes from Serbia, there are specific places that you have to go to, because most restaurants serve local food. The country’s cuisine has been influenced by people who invaded the country throughout its history, particularly the Hungarians and Turks. The local food is composed of a wide variety of dishes: grilled meats (pork, beef and lamb), poultry, fish river, cheesecakes (gibanica), sarma (stuffed cabbage with ground beef) and other dishes, which are mostly spicy and well seasoned. One of the best dishes is the
two typical drinks of Serbia: Sljivovica and kruskovaca both are fruit liquors with high alcohol content.
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SHOPPING
street you will find shopping centers and malls with parking 24 hours and comfort.
Throughout Serbia, but mainly in Belgrade, you
NEW BELGRADE
will find a wide variety of shops, malls and
There are several shops in the Continental and
shopping centers. It is perfect to take a souvenir
Hyatt hotels and also in the Sava Center, which
for family and friends. There are several very
has a wide variety of products. And, of course,
distinctive souvenir of the country. Do not waste
never forget that Belgrade is full of kiosks and
time and money buying things you could buy
small shops selling a little bit of everything.
anywhere. Just lik the food, you should try the typical products such as handicrafts.
KRALJA ALEKSANDRA BOULEVARD
USCE SHOPPING Not to lose the historical facts of Serbia, this mall has caused controversy by being built
The longest street in Belgrade offers a huge
where the headquarters of the Communist
variety of products of all types and prices. If
Party of Yugoslavia was. A contradiction since
you do not intend to search and want to find
communism do not share even a little about
everything in one place, here is the perfect
capitalism. It is quite large and there are stores
place to shop.
from major brands like Adidas and Zara.
KNEZ MIHAILOVA Located in the Plaza of the Republic of Kalemegdan, in downtown Belgrade. On this
STREET MARKETS One of the most common in Serbia, it is
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really common to have outdoor markets. It’s interesting because you get in touch with what people use daily, and can still buy these products for you. Not only crafts and clothing, but also ingredients that you will try on the dishes, like vegetables and sweets. It’s a great experience and you do not need to go far to find these street markets. If you see a place with a lot of people wearing typical rural clothes (usually older people). The markets are everywhere. The Open Air Shopping Center is a
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little different because it’s like an outdoor mall, has a modern design and does not sell a lot of handicrafts and typical products from Serbia. A product that deserves special attention are the Pirot rugs that are made 100% by hand for over 400 years, you will not miss them because they are unique and original. There is not a single Pirot that is like the other one. It is worth it checking them out.
CURRENCY The official currency is the Serbian dinar. In 2003, with the end of former Yugoslavia, the state of Serbia and Montenegro split on the use of currency. Montenegro began using the euro. This separation was even more evident in 2006, when Serbia and Montenegro became independent. But it is clear that between euro or dinar, euro is the best option because it is worth much more. Many banks and hotels in Belgrade exchange currency, which can be very useful if you need more money or would rather trade only when you arrive in Serbia.
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