Which country was Serbia part of? Where is Serbia? International dialing code
Belgrade, large cities - Subotica, Novi Sad, Nis.
Telephone code:
Direct flight:
no, a transplant is required
Serbian
Time difference with Minsk:
2 hours behind
not needed, you can stay in the country for up to 30 days
Dinar/RSD (1 dinar = 100 pair), 1 EUR = ~84 RSD, 1 USD = ~54.3 RSD
Description
If you decided to spend your holidays in Serbia, then you did a good choice. These lands will have something to surprise you with. Variety of reliefs, richness flora, an abundance of balneological springs - all this is Serbia.
And here you will find many ancient and outstanding monuments of architecture, history, culture and - most importantly - the amazing hospitality, friendliness and sincerity of the Serbs and Montenegrins.
The country is divided into 2 regions - Serbia and Montenegro. This Administrative division coincides with the natural: Serbia is plains and lowlands, Croatia is for the most part hills and mountains. Both are interesting and beautiful.
Regarding climatic conditions these areas are generally characterized by warm summers and mild winters, with the plains having slightly warmer summers than the mountains, and the Adriatic coast, to which Serbia has access, providing weather similar to the Mediterranean.
If you want to get the most out of your trip and get to know this country from all sides, you need to be ready to take action and not be lazy about moving from place to place. After all, every corner of Serbia is rich in attractions, and they are all different and each is worthy of attention.
But whatever travel route you choose, be sure to get to know the capital of Serbia, Belgrade. Belgrade is a city with a history dating back about three thousand years. In any case, a settlement existed on this site already 3 thousand years ago.
Today's Belgrade creates a feeling of an original interweaving of the culture of the West and the East. The Serbs calculated that their capital was razed to the ground 39 times, and each time, like a phoenix, it rose from the ashes, becoming even better.
In the south relative to the capital (approximately 300 km from it) stretches mountain range called Kapaonik. Be sure to visit these mountains.
In addition to the fact that they represent hundreds of kilometers of luxuriously sparkling snow slopes and mountain peaks, here is a national reserve with untouched nature and fresh air.
But the main thing is that Kapaonik represents beautiful ski resorts, both accessible to the novice skier and interesting to the experienced athlete.
Road
From Minsk to Belgrade You can get there by plane, but there are no direct flights; you can get there with a transfer on flights of airlines and. Since transfers are made in European cities, a Schengen transit visa will be required.
From Moscow to Belgrade Aeroflot and JAT Airways operate regular flights; flight time is approximately 3 hours.
By train to Belgrade from Minsk you can go through Sofia or Budapest, but this will require a Schengen visa. From Moscow there is a interchange carMoscow - Belgrade, travel time 50 hours, the route passes through the territory of Hungary, a Hungarian transit visa is required to travel.
From Nikola Tesla Airport to Belgrade can be reached by JAT Airways branded buses, which run every hour from 6 am to 10 pm. They will deliver to Slavia Square, which is located in the city center. The fare is 200 dinars (about 3.5 dollars).
City bus No. 72 leaves the airport every half hour to the city center with all stops; the journey takes about an hour. The fare is 20 dinars (about 0.3 dollars).
Map of Serbia. Resorts, cities and regions on the map
Where to call, if anything
Embassy of Serbia in the Republic of Belarus:
Minsk, Surganova st., 29-A, phone: +37529 239 39 90
Embassy of Belarus in Serbia: Belgrade, st. Deligradska 13, phone: +381 11 3616938
Inquiry Office: 998
Tourist information: 987
Emergency services: police - 92, fire - 93, ambulance - 94
Public transport and taxis
Railway transport in Serbia represented by the main line that runs from Subotica through Novi Sad, Belgrade, Nis, Pristina and further to Macedonia, the schedule is very convenient and trains run constantly. Another line is from Belgrade to the Adriatic coast, which is very picturesque.
Trains are divided into four classes: “ekspresni” (express), “poslovic” (fast), “brzi” (high-speed) and “putnicki” (passenger). Prices vary, but they are all not high.
In summer, it is worth taking care of your ticket in advance and reserving it a few days before your trip.
Public transport in Serbian cities is represented mostly by an outdated fleet of buses. Buy ticket You can get it at any newsstand or from the driver (the driver is twice as expensive).
Taxi in Serbia A fairly inexpensive and very convenient way to get around the city, but it can cause unpleasant troubles, as taxi drivers try to deceive tourists. It makes sense to monitor the road using a GPS navigator. It is better to order a taxi by phone, in which case the trip will cost 10-20% cheaper.
When stopping a car on the street, you should either agree on the cost of the trip in advance, or make sure that the driver turns on the meter.
Where to stay
Serbia's hotels have long been in decline due to the war and the country's international isolation. Therefore, many hotels in Serbia are going through an intermediate stage on the way from old-style “Yugoslav” hotels to European-level hotels. Hotels in Serbia are also represented by a system of roadside motels, which offers acceptable prices and quality service.
Electricity: 220 V, 50 Hz. Sockets and plugs of the “European” type, with grounding. In rural areas, you often come across old type connectors - round two-pin connectors, without grounding.
Power outages are quite common in Serbia, especially from November to April.
National cuisine
Serbian cuisine is varied. The cheapest snack itself is Balkan burek, layer cake with cheese or meat and crompyrus, which is the same burek, only with potatoes.
It’s also worth trying the seasoned ground meat, in Serbian this dish is called cevapchichi And Duvech- pork cutlet with peppers, tomatoes and rice, cooked in the oven. Popular local dishes include moussaka- eggplants and tomatoes with layers of ground meat, cabbage rolls sarma And kapama- lamb drenched in yoghurt, stewed with onions and salad.
Popular drinks: beer, grape brandy and strong Turkish coffee, which is brewed in small cezves.
Dangers
The security situation in the country is ambiguous. The police are trying to suppress all manifestations of hostility towards tourists, but cases of petty fraud happen quite often, especially tourists should beware of deception in the foreign exchange market, as well as pickpockets who often “work” at the airport, in public institutions and in crowded places.
You should not carry valuables, documents and large sums of money with you; it is better to avoid remote areas of cities after dark.
Visa
Belarusians do not need a visa to visit Serbia; they can stay in the country for up to 30 days.
Customs
Persons over 16 years of age are allowed to import up to a liter of wine and spirits, as well as up to 200 cigarettes, or 50 cigars, or 250 grams of tobacco, 250 ml of cologne or 100 ml of perfume.
It is prohibited to import drugs, poisons, psychotropic and explosive substances, gold in raw form and in coins, weapons and ammunition, as well as pesticides into Serbia.
Items of historical, cultural and artistic value can only be exported with the permission of the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Economic Relations.
The import and export of foreign currency is not limited, declaration is not required. Export of foreign currency without declaration is possible if the amount is within 2000 euros.
Hunting weapons are allowed to be imported only upon application from the Serbian Hunters Association
Weather forecast
Climate of Serbia temperate continental, warm summers, average temperature up to +30C, winter is snowy and mild, average temperature is 8C.
Best time to visit Serbia: period from May to September-October.
Sea and sun
Beaches in Serbia varied, there is both fine sand and milky small pebbles, which are somewhat reminiscent of buckwheat; at some resorts there are also artificial beaches, which are a concrete platform.
Diversity is not limited to coastal features. here you can find crowded and secluded beaches for textile workers and nudists, paid and free, most of them are located in bays sheltered from the wind and waves between steep cliffs.
Car rental
Rent a car in Serbia It’s very simple, for this you need an international driving license, pay a deposit for the car and be over 21 years old.
There is a tax for using the two motorways: about 7 euros for the section from the Hungarian border to Belgrade and 35 euros from Belgrade to the Bulgarian border. The tax is collected at the motorway exit. All other roads are free and are often not in the best condition.
Money
You can change money at exchange offices, which are open every weekday from 7:00 to 16:00. You can also change currency at bank branches, train stations and airports.
In the center of Belgrade, as well as in resort areas, many currency exchange offices are also open on weekends.
Shopping
The most popular souvenir from Serbia is gingerbread hearts. It is believed that the most delicious heart-shaped gingerbreads are made in Sombor; in this place, the tradition of making painted gingerbread has existed for more than 100 years.
Shaikacha is the national headdress of Serbia, which is always green. Its top part looks like the letter "V" or like the bottom of a boat when you look at it from above.
Opantsi– traditional Serbian shoes with slightly upturned toes. They are always made by hand and from genuine leather. There are both real opantsi that you can wear and souvenir ones from 2 to 12 centimeters.
Jugs with dried plums another popular souvenir from Serbia. These jugs, which in themselves can be a wonderful souvenir, contain the most delicious dried plums in the world.
Basil bags hand-embroidered by Serbian craftswomen, since ancient times it has been believed that such bags are a strong amulet.
Kolubara lace handmade using Irish crochet techniques. Lace is woven from the finest threads and is used as a clothing accessory. or as tablecloths, napkins, curtains.
The traditional alcoholic souvenir drink from Serbia is considered rakija, this is an analogue of brandy, made from different varieties of fruit. The most popular type of rakia is slivovitz.
Stores in Serbia open from 9.00 to 21.00 with a lunch break from 12.00 to 16.00. Large shopping centers usually work from 6.00-7.00 to 21.00, and in resort areas and major cities There are also 24-hour shops.
Tips
In restaurants and taxis in Serbia, it is customary to leave 10% of the bill.
Features of the country and nation
Serbs are considered to be somewhat more reserved and stern than Montenegrins. However, in order to notice these features, you will probably have to come here with obvious prejudice towards the Serbian people, so zealously supported in the West recently.
The fate of the Serbs is tragic and heroic at the same time. Suffice it to say that not a single war that has swept across the European continent over the past two millennia has spared this small country, several times smaller than, for example, Switzerland, which has not been at war with anyone for 600 years. Therefore, one should not be surprised that the residents of Serbia are indeed ardent nationalists, and they do not hide it. However, their nationalism is completely different from what is sometimes used to be described in terrible propaganda about the Balkan wars. This is a healthy and centuries-won feeling of national self-sufficiency, pride in one’s history and the deeds of one’s ancestors, as well as bitterness for the centuries-old genocide of the Serbs and the narrow-mindedness of some politicians, including our own, Serbian ones.
But in general, they are the same hospitable and open people as most South Slavic tribes. The Serbs also sacredly honor their culture, like the Montenegrins, for centuries they also rely on the main stronghold of their nation - the Serbian Orthodox Church, they also love to set the table, receive guests and organize all kinds of festivities, eat the same dishes and even speak almost the same language, as well as the rest of the peoples of the former Yugoslavia. Even young Serbs know the history of their country at the level of a professional historian, and excursions around memorable places They will guide you just as well as an experienced guide.
Despite the fact that Serbia is not a very popular destination among our tourists, this country is historically connected with Russia, and our people are greeted here very cordially. Someone is attracted here picturesque nature and mild climate, others have a rich historical excursion program, and third - medicinal and wellness holiday at local resorts.
The temperate continental climate with warm summers and mild snowy winters makes it possible to visit this country at any time of the year. Despite the high level of service here, prices for all services are quite moderate compared to other European countries. At the same time, availability is a significant advantage for Russian travelers, fortunately, the Russian language is taught in schools here, so you probably won’t have any problems with understanding - you can communicate with the Serbs in Russian, and they will understand you.
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Cities and regions
In addition to the well-known Belgrade, in Serbia you can find other cities of interest to tourists. Below is a list of them, follow the links detailed information about every city.
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Getting around the country
There are no domestic flights in Serbia, but there are flights to neighboring Montenegro (Podgorica or Tivat) for those who want to relax on the seaside.
The main railway branch of Serbia runs from the Hungarian border: Subotica - Novi Sad - Belgrade - Lapovo - Nis, then there are branches to Macedonia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro and Romania. There are both high-speed trains in Serbia with a minimum of stops along the way, as well as regular regional trains that stop even at small settlements. Accordingly, travel time on such trains increases. There are direct railway connections with Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania and Macedonia. And indirectly - with the rest of Europe, including Russia.
Bus service is also well developed in Serbia, thanks to which you can get by bus not only to any settlement country, but also to other states. Travel on Serbian buses is often paid directly to the driver, and for long distances tickets can be purchased at the station. For the use of some motorways in Serbia, special points charge a toll in dinars or euros (from the Hungarian border to Belgrade and from Belgrade to the Bulgarian border). There are mountainous sections of the road with the danger of rockfall, but such rocks are usually fenced with special nets. On motorways the speed is limited to 120 km/h, on other roads 80 - 100 km/h, and within the city limits - 60 km/h. Those traveling to Serbia with their own car must have not only an international driving license, but also an international insurance policy, which can also be issued at the border crossing. When calling a taxi in Serbia, keep in mind that a car called by phone will cost you 20% less than a taxi caught on the street.
In the capital of Serbia, Belgrade, the following applies: public transport: buses, taxis, trolleybuses and trams. There is also commuter service(trains) on 6 lines. In the city center, these trains run underground, where there are 2 underground stations, but this is still not a metro, since carriages are used here commuter trains, which follow strictly according to schedule. There is also a water connection between Belgrade and other cities. On the banks of the Danube there is the port of Belgrade, which is located at the intersection of the main water artery of Serbia with the Sava River. This port is not only an important transport hub, but also a trade route of pan-European importance.
Serbian cuisine
Serbian cuisine has absorbed the traditions of several peoples and cultures. Here you can see borrowings from European, Turkish, Mediterranean cuisines and, of course, try original national dishes. It's connected with geographical location country and the historical interaction of the Serbs with neighboring peoples. For example, the influence Turkish cuisine can be seen in the fact that the main drink here is “Turkish coffee”, which is brewed in a cezve, and the presence in the traditional menu of all kinds of kebabs, kebabs and grilled meats points specifically to Middle Eastern traditions. In the north of Serbia, the influence of European cuisine is more felt, in particular Romanian, Hungarian and Bulgarian. For example, dishes made from corn and tortillas made from it are very common here, as well as all kinds of dishes made from paprika (which we call “bell pepper”).
As for first courses, there are 2 types of soups - liquid broth (supa), for example, from chicken with the addition of vermicelli, and thick čorba (čorba) with the addition of vegetables. Meat dishes here they are prepared from pork, beef, lamb and goat meat. It is worth trying “čevapčići” made from peppered minced meat, which are usually grilled, pleskavitsi (a type of cutlet), schnitzels (both with and without filling), as well as baked meat. Vegetables or rice are served here along with all kinds of shish kebab (roshtilya dishes). “Moussaka” is a potato dish with meat and vegetables, which are placed in layers on a baking sheet and baked, and “sarma” is an analogue of our cabbage rolls, when minced meat mixed with rice is wrapped in leaves of sauerkraut. Serbs love spicy and well-seasoned dishes, so they often use black pepper, sweet red paprika and garlic. And hot peppers (feferoni) will be served to you as an appetizer for any dish.
When it comes to quick food in Serbia, you should choose the one that can be bought at any bakery. By the way, there are a great variety of them here, and you can try fresh bread and pastries literally every 100 meters. Balkan “burek” is the most popular snack food. This is something like a closed cheburek made from puff pastry. The filling can be anything - from meat and cheese to herbs and potatoes.
Serbs attach great importance to homemade dairy products, because about half of the population of this country keeps their own livestock and prefers to have their own meat and milk. In addition to homemade cheeses, which can be “old” or “young,” a very popular snack is the fatty “kaymak,” made from fermented milk, which is spread on bread and is a cross between butter and cheese. Serbs also prefer to bake their own bread, and it is not only part of the meal, but also plays an important role in many Orthodox rituals. No less tasty are local pies (“pita”), which can be made with almost any filling. The dough is usually puff pastry, and cheese, meat, herbs, apples or cherries are placed inside.
Beverages
Boiled coffee is especially popular as a drink in Serbia, and tea is drunk here very rarely - mainly when you have a cold. Since the country has many mineral springs, mineral water (in Serbian “kisela water”) is inexpensive here and is often served with every meal. Liquid yogurt like our kefir is also very popular, especially if you're snacking on burek. Beer or wine is also moderately consumed here during lunch or dinner. And guests are greeted with strong homemade brandy, which is “baked” (that is, “dried”) from any fruit. The national drink is considered to be Šlivovitsa, made from plums; rakia lozovača is made from grapes; and williamovka is made from pears. And if you visit a Serbian restaurant, keep in mind that it is customary to leave a tip for good service, which amounts to approximately 10% of the bill.
Basic moments
The kindness and hospitality of the Serbs are one of the main features of the country. The protracted military conflict at the end of the 20th century taught the Serbian people to love and respect all living things, and to look into the future with optimism. European tourists are attracted to this amazing country not the chic and luxury of tourist services, but the cleanest air, virgin nature and human, rather than commercial, relationships between people. Serbia has a unique culture that dates back to the times of the Byzantine Empire. This is the birthplace of world-famous scientists: inventor Nikola Tesla, naturalist Josif Pancic, geographer Jovan Cvijc, mathematician Mihailo Petrovic, astronomer Milutin Milankovic, chemist Pavle Savic. Over the last century alone, the country has given the world the beloved film director Emir Kusturica, the poet Milorad Pavic, the singer and composer Djordje Marjanovic and many other outstanding personalities. It was Serbia that had a strong influence on the development of modern painting and sculpture, and was nominated for the title Capital of Culture Europe 2020.
IN last years Tourism is actively developing in Serbia, and there are many reasons for this: bright national traditions, a large number of most interesting places, wonderful health resorts, friendly people. And, importantly, all this at very reasonable prices: not too inferior in level to other European countries, Serbia will delight guests with the low cost of accommodation, food and shopping.
Cities of Serbia
All cities in Serbia
Climate
Serbia has an area of 88,407 km² and for a small country, the 111th largest in the world, its climate is extremely varied. It is determined by the relief: in the north of the country lies the Central Danube Lowland with huge fertile plains, the central part is characterized by hilly terrain, and the East Serbian Mountains rise in the southeast. The weather in Serbia is greatly influenced by warm seas– Black, Aegean and Adriatic, washing the shores of the Balkan Peninsula. As a result, a continental climate prevails in the north of the country, a temperate continental climate in the center and south, and a mountain climate in the mountains.
Life strictly according to the calendar - distinctive feature climate in Serbia. Every three months correspond to a different time of year. But, unlike Russia, there are no strong snowstorms in winter, frosts are moderate and can be easily tolerated without wind. There is a lot of snow here, so ski resorts are able to offer excellent tracks in season.
In spring, the weather in Serbia is changeable: from +15 degrees in the sun to -5 in frost. Real warmth returns with the beginning of April. Fields, gardens and forests are blooming throughout the country at this time, so lovers natural beauty It makes sense to come to Serbia in mid-late spring.
Summer heat begins in August. Heavy rains at this time of year are short-lived, and gloomy cloudy weather never lasts all day.
Winters in Serbia are usually short (no more than 2 months) and mild, but quite snowy. The average air temperature during this period is approximately 0…+5 °C. Summer is long and hot (+28…+30 °C). Most precipitation falls in May and June.
Mild Serbian winters are often marred by piercing cold winds, which even have their own names:
- Koshava - a cold wind that blows from October to April in the north of the country and brings with it freezing rain and snowstorms;
- Severac - North wind from the Hungarian side;
- Moravac - cold north wind in the Morava River valley.
Nature
In the north of the country, on the territory of the Middle Danube Lowland (or Pannonian Plain, as it is called in Hungary) is located autonomous region Vojvodina. Today there are almost no forests here. The land of Vojvodina is very fertile and is actively used for agricultural crops of corn, wheat, vegetables and, of course, sunflowers. A blooming field of sunflowers can compete in beauty with the most spectacular landscapes that exist on planet Earth!
Serbia ranks second in Europe, after Hungary, in terms of the number of rivers and lakes. The largest and most majestic among the Serbian rivers is, of course, the Danube, which forms many bays, oxbow lakes, swamps and a magnificent river, the narrowest part of which is often called the “iron gate”. consists of four gorges and three basins. In some places, sheer cliffs rise 300 meters above the waters of the Danube. Here the river abounds with numerous pools up to 90 meters deep. On the territory of the Djerdap gorge lies the eponymous national park, the pride of which are numerous relict plants that have long disappeared across most of Europe.
The southern part of western and eastern Serbia is occupied by mountains. There are 4 mountain systems on the territory of the country: the Dinaric Highlands, the Balkan Mountains, the East Serbian Mountains and part of the Rilo-Rhodope system. The height of 15 mountains in Serbia exceeds 2000 meters. The highest point is considered to be Jeravica with a height of 2656 meters. In the mountains of Serbia, endless oak groves, beech and linden forests have found refuge.
Population and language
About 7 million people live in Serbia. The majority of the population are Serbs, the second largest are Hungarians. The vibrant national mosaic is complemented by Bulgarians, Albanians, Bosnians, Slovaks, Gypsies, Macedonians, and Romanians.
The official language is Serbian, but twelve regional languages are actively used together with it. The majority of the inhabitants of Serbia profess Christianity of various denominations, most of all Orthodox Christians, which somewhat makes the local traditions and culture similar to Russia.
Story
The historical roots of Serbia date back to the 6th century. The settlement of the ancient Slavs on the Balkan Peninsula marked the emergence of the first proto-state formations. By the end of the 9th century, the main principalities were formed here: Duklja, Travunia, Pagania, Zakhumje, Serbia.
The first known ruler of these lands is considered to be Prince Vysheslav, who lived in the 8th century. His descendant Vlastimir liberated the Balkan Slavs from the rule of the Byzantine Empire, after which the Serbian state expanded over almost the entire peninsula. The gaining power entered into a confrontation with its largest neighbor - the Bulgarian kingdom - alternately losing and winning lands. After peace was concluded with Bulgaria, princely wars for supremacy of power began in Serbia.
The Middle Ages is considered the heyday of the Serbian state, which became possible thanks to the wise reign of Stefan Dusan, who lived in the middle of the 14th century.
The Battle of Kosovo is considered a tragic turn in the history of the country. After an unsuccessful battle in 1389, Serbia was forced to recognize suzerainty Ottoman Empire, becoming its vassal, and from 1459 for as long as 350 years it found itself under the rule of the Turks.
The wave of national uprisings that swept in 1804-1813 made it possible to make a breakthrough towards liberation. On July 13, 1878, Serbia gained independence under the terms of the Berlin Peace. After 4 years, the state declared itself a kingdom and existed in this format until the occupation by German troops in 1941. In 1945, political map Europe has a new entity - the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia. It included the People's Republic of Serbia, renamed in 1963 the Socialist Republic of Serbia.
The decline of socialism here was accompanied by inter-ethnic confrontations, which led to a large-scale bloody war. In 2000, NATO was forced to use aerial bombardment, and the UN Security Council decided to send peacekeeping troops to Kosovo. Massive destruction of houses, a flow of refugees, the loss of unique monuments of church architecture are far from full list what modern Serbs faced.
After the collapse of Yugoslavia in 2003, a union of two states was formed - Serbia and Montenegro, which existed for only 3 years. The Serbian people took the initiative to transform state system, as a result of which Serbia became a separate full-fledged state on June 5, 2006, and a new Constitution was adopted. Pro-European democratic forces came to power and led the process of restoration of Serbia. This made it possible to bring the country out of international isolation to establish good neighborly relations, including with Kosovo.
Sights and tourism in Serbia
Tourism in Serbia is at the stage of development, but this country can already pleasantly surprise and delight guests. Unique monastic buildings, fortresses, mansions, ski and balneological resorts, National parks and unique reserves all year round are waiting for vacationers.
The Serbian capital has absorbed the historical spirit of different eras, combining Western culture with Eastern culture. The city was destroyed almost forty times, but it was successfully restored again and again, which was reflected in appearance modern buildings.
The old part is located next to the fortress. That’s what it’s called – Stari Grad. On these streets you can see many attractions and places to relax - cozy restaurants, coffee shops, pastry shops. Of particular interest to guests are the rich exhibitions of the National Museum, located on Republic Square. If you need shops selling souvenirs, look for them in the Skadarlije quarter and near the Ada-Siganlija park - these are great places for a walk. There are also religious attractions in this part of the capital of Serbia - the majestic temple of St. Sava and the only surviving Bayrakli-Jami mosque.
Modern buildings, wide boulevards, spacious streets, alleys and recreation parks - tourists will find all this in the new part of the city, located south of the fortress. Among the key attractions of the area it is worth mentioning the Museum of the Revolution, the Union Executive Assembly, the tomb and former residence of Marshal Tito.
History buffs are advised to head to the surrounding area to see with their own eyes the largest lowland outpost in Europe, the Brankovic Fortress.
is the financial and spiritual center of Serbia, not for nothing called “Serbian Athens”. The city became the core of the formation of national culture, since for several centuries it was here that the metropolis of the Serbian Orthodox Church was located.
Tourists are attracted by walking tours around the area. During the walk, with or without a guide, you will be able to see the Petrovaradin Fortress, Serbian Folk Theater, Danube Park, Freedom Square, orthodox temple and a church.
In the suburban area is the Fruška Gora National Park, one of the Seven Wonders of Serbia. This amazing reserve is home to more than 1,500 species of plants protected by law.
Another treasure of this place is hidden in the dense deciduous forests. The complex of medieval monasteries “Holy Mountain”, among which the most famous are Hopovo, Velika Remeta, Grgetek, annually receives a large number of pilgrims.
In this paradise, not only souls are treated. Nearby is the Banja Vrdnik resort, specializing in rheumatic diseases, soft tissue injuries, peripheral paralysis and general spinal pain. A team of specialists uses Hi-tech, including cryotherapy, magnetic therapy, kinesitherapy, acupuncture.
Subotica is the gastronomic capital of Serbia. Mixing national cuisines Serbs, Hungarians and Croats led to the emergence of incredibly delicious dishes. Business card The city is considered "Paprikash". Made from pork, chicken or fish, it contains an essential ingredient – paprika. Such a culinary masterpiece will be served to a guest in any restaurant or cafe.
In addition, Subotica is famous for its defensive fortress. The city was once the outskirts of the Ottoman Empire and later part of the Austro-Hungarian lands, so the fortified border outposts here are truly impressive.
The urban landscape is varied and colorful: buildings with wavy patterns, wide facades and rounded lines are found everywhere in Subotica.
The City Hall is an exemplary example of the local architectural style. Today it houses an extensive exhibition of the Historical Museum, and at the top tourists will find an excellent Observation deck, where you can see a vibrant panorama of Subotica and its surroundings.
The oldest architectural monument of the city is considered to be the Franciscan monastery, which survived two world wars and NATO bombings. This Catholic shrine was erected on the site of an old fortress in the 18th century. On its territory there is a chapel and a church in honor of the Archangel Michael, crowned with two towers. The altar of the monastery is decorated with the image of the Black Madonna.
People also come to Subotica to get to Lake Palic. Its width is 4.2 thousand km², but its depth does not exceed 2 meters. Mineral water and mud of the lake have medicinal properties and have a positive effect on the skin and joints. For the convenience of vacationers, there are cafes, bicycle paths, and a picturesque park along the coast.
is a ski resort in Serbia, located south of. The subalpine climate allows you to enjoy the beauty of the mountains regardless of the time of year.
Thanks to the developed tourism infrastructure and ski slopes varying levels of difficulty, the resort quickly won the love of travelers and began to compete with many European mountain complexes. What will pleasantly surprise guests: the prices for the services offered here are much lower than the European average.
The ski season lasts from November to May, the snow cover remains stable 160 days a year. The average air temperature is from -1 to -3°C during the day, from -8 to -15°C at night. Special lifts take tourists to the peaks, where they can rent the necessary equipment. There are special slopes for children, a large 20-kilometer path for flat skiing. Fans of winter romance can take a ride along the illuminated Malo Ezero highway.
IN summer time There is also something to see: the mountains fascinate with dense forests, green meadows and flower meadows. Healing springs gush out in the shady thickets, and recreation centers are located next to them.
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Serbian national cuisine
Local cuisine has absorbed the best from its neighbors and conquerors. In essence, it is a mixture of Eastern European tradition with Turkish-Arabic.
Serbs are avid meat eaters. Deliciously cooked pork is served in all restaurants, but fried lamb is more popular in the eastern regions of the country. Traditionally, meat in Serbia is used to prepare chops, chopped sausages, small kebabs, meat fried in a cauldron, and dried hams. Gourmets will definitely enjoy the assorted meats, which consist of fried liver, pork cutlets, meatballs with onions and sausage. Mustard or cream is served as a sauce for meat.
Dairy products are not inferior in culinary demand, the main of which is kaymak - thick cream similar to processed cheese. Also no breakfast local residents doesn't start without cheese.
Vegetables are an integral part of the Serbian diet. They are on the table, regardless of whether it is breakfast or dinner. Coarsely chopped salads seasoned with vegetable oil are prepared from them. In addition, vegetables are stuffed, cooked in the oven and over an open fire. Sweet red pepper occupies a special place in the national cuisine, which is the basis of such characteristic dishes as paprikash, ajvar and pinjur.
For dessert in Serbia you will be served famous Turkish delicacies: baklava, tulumba, datli, bureks, sprinkled with syrup. But vanilla buns, pitas with apples, and manna bread are considered native Serbian.
Among strong drinks, Serbs prefer local wines, moonshine made from grapes, herbal rakija, made from plums, pears, and quinces.
It is prohibited throughout the country to grow genetically modified foods, so feel free to enjoy the taste of natural vegetables and meat!
Accommodation
Serbia is developing very actively in terms of tourism, so you can easily find 3-4 star hotels in any major city. The capital has its own highest service Clients are offered by representatives of global chains - Holiday Inn, Continental and others. You can book a room using the hotellook service, which will select the most profitable option for you. Cost of living in double room ranges from 40 to 400 €.
Hostels are extremely popular among tourists - there really are a lot of them, for every budget. Hostels in Serbia are the cheapest in Europe, the price per bed varies from 7 to 15 €. Private rental of apartments, rooms and even beds is not inferior to the position: when arriving in the city, you will already see boards with thematic advertisements at the station, as well as the Serbs themselves offering accommodation for guests.
Vrnjacka BanyaThanks to its health resorts, Serbia has received the name “European health oasis”. There are more than 20 health centers in the country offering services for the prevention, rehabilitation and treatment of various diseases using mud, mineral waters and clean air.
- Vrnjacka Banja specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of diabetes, as well as diseases of the digestive system;
- Soko Banya - on the fight against nonspecific lung diseases;
- Nishka Bath was created for the treatment of cardiac and rheumatic diseases.
- Many mountainous areas in Serbia are climatic centers: Zlatar, Zlatibor and Divcibar.
Winter sports lovers prefer ski resorts located on the longest mountain range in Serbia - as well as the Brezovica resort, located on the highest mountain range in Serbia, Shar Planina.
The unique national parks of Serbia can offer the best rest in the lap of nature:
- Tara;
- Golia.
A real rarity of nature of global importance is Djavolya-Varosh (“City of the Devil”), consisting of earthen pyramids of bizarre shapes.
Fans of the work of the famous director Emir Kusturica should visit the ethnographic village he created on the top of Mount Mečavnik. All streets are named after film figures, for example Piazza Federico Fellini. Emir Kusturica also became the founder of the international festival of auteur cinema Küstendorf film festival in Drvengrad.
Republic of Serbia
A landlocked state in southeastern Europe, in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula.
Serbia contains two autonomous provinces: Vojvodina and Kosovo and Metohija. Kosovo is a UN protectorate. Local government institutions, in which Albanians form a majority, unilaterally declared the region's independence on February 17, 2008. Serbia refused to recognize Kosovo's sovereignty.
In the north, Serbia borders with Hungary, in the northeast with Romania, in the east with Bulgaria, in the south with Macedonia, in the southwest with Albania and Montenegro, in the west with Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
After the end of the First World War, Serbia was the founder and part of a state whose majority population was made up of South Slavic peoples: the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes, the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the State Community of Serbia and Montenegro. In 2006, Serbia became a sovereign state.
general information
The Republic of Serbia is located in the south of Europe, occupies the central part of the Balkan Peninsula.
Territory 88361 km/sq.
Population over 8,000,000 people
Capital - Belgrade, administrative and economic center, more than 2,000,000 inhabitants
Serbs and Montenegrins, national minorities - Albanians, Hungarians, Romanians
Language – Serbian, Writing – Cyrillic and Latin
The Serbian and Montenegrin population mainly professes Orthodoxy, national minorities - Islam and Catholicism
Currency - dinar / YUD /Climate - moderate continental with warm summers (up to 30C) and snowy winters (within -5C -10C)
Air travel - international Airport in Belgrade: Nikola Tesla
National airline
– JAT Airways (Yugoslav Airlines)
Largest cities
- Nis (626,000), Novi Sad (265,000), Kragujevac (180,000).
The largest river is the Danube, which stretches 588 km across Serbia.
National parks:
Kopaonik, Frushka Gora, Djerdap, Tara, Caves – Resavska, Petnicka, Zlotska cave, Risovac, etc.
Cultural and historical monuments included in the UNESCO list
Studenica Monastery, a complex of Stari Ras monasteries and Sopochany, as well as the fyreska “White Angel” in Milesheva monastery of particular value
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Serbia is one of the rare countries in Europe and the world in which all healing factors take place: water, mud, gas and air. Such wealth and more than 1,000 healing mineral springs have made Serbia an oasis of health in Europe.
Customs regulations >>
Foreign citizens can bring an unlimited amount of currency, which they must present and declare upon entering the country. An equivalent amount can be taken out of the country.
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For citizens Russian Federation Entry into Serbia is visa-free (up to 30 days).
Working hours - from 08:00 to 19:00, on Saturdays - from 08:00 to 13:00, Sunday - closed.
Credit cards
In some stores and hotels, payment via credit cards: "VISA International" and "DINERS CLUB International".
ATMs
exist in banks, at the airport and in some hotels.
The shops
— grocery stores are open from 6.00 to 20.00. Other shops and department stores are open from 8.00 to 20.00. On Saturdays, stores are open from 8.00 to 15.00. Sunday is a day off
Electricity
The voltage used is 220 V. An adapter according to the European standard is required.
Difference in time:
Serbia belongs to the Central European time zone. Moscow +2 hours. Kyiv +1 hour
National cuisine
Serbian cuisine is very diverse and can satisfy every taste: from the spicy Hungarian goulash in Vojvodina to kebab (cevapcici) in Serbia and Kosovo.
The cheapest snack is the Balkan “burek”, which is a layer cake with cheese or meat. "Krompirusha" is a potato burek. You can buy them everywhere.
The signature dish of Vojvodina is the spicy stew River fish- “alaska chorba”.
You can also try the shepherds’ food “kaimak” - salted cream with cheese.
In Serbia, peppered ground meat is famous - “cevapcici” and pork and veal with onions and peppers.
Serbian duvec is a pork cutlet with peppers, tomatoes and rice, cooked in the oven.
Also popular dishes in Serbia are: “moussaka” - eggplants and tomatoes with layers of ground meat; “sarma” - cabbage rolls; pumpkin stuffed with ground meat and rice, and stuffed peppers. Each establishment has Serbian salad (shopski - very tasty).
Beer is popular in Serbia and can be bought everywhere. Grape brandy here is called “vignac”. Strong coffee is mainly brewed in Turkish style, in small cezves.
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Republic of Srbia
Short description:
Serbia is one of the countries of the Balkan Peninsula. The country is famous for its rich history, amazingly hospitable people and incredible natural beauty. Serbia is diverse and attractive also for its culture, in which the Turks, Romans, Byzantium, as well as other civilizations left their mark.
Area and location:
Serbia is located in Central and South-Eastern Europe, occupies the southern part of the Pannonian Plain and the central part of the Balkan Peninsula. In the north, Serbia borders on Hungary, in the south on the Republic of Macedonia, on the east on Romania and Bulgaria, on the east on Montenegro. total area the country is 25,053 km².
Capital, major cities:
The capital of Serbia is the city of Belgrade. Large cities are Novi Sad, Nis, Pristina, Subotica.
Population:
The population of Serbia is 7121 thousand people. The population is dominated mainly by Serbs - 62%, as well as Albanians - 17%. Montenegrins (about 5%), Hungarians (3%) and a number of other national minorities also live in Serbia.
Political structure and administrative division:
The form of government of Serbia is the Republic, the head of state is the President. The highest legislative body of Serbia is the Union Assembly, consisting of two chambers. The highest executive body is the Government
The main religion is Christianity, namely Orthodoxy.
The official language of the country is Serbian.
Public holidays:
New Year is celebrated on January 1-2 An Orthodox xmas celebrated on January 6-7 Statehood Day celebrated on April 27 Orthodox Easter celebrated in April-May Labor Day celebrated on May 1-2 Victory Day celebrated on May 9 Partisan Day celebrated on July 4 Uprising Day celebrated on July 7 Republic Day celebrated on November 29-30
Relative to Moscow, time is 2 hours behind.
1 dinar = 100 pairs
Brief historical excursion:
The Serbian Social Democratic Party was founded in 1903. Serbia took part in the Balkan Wars in 1912-1913. In 1941, Serbia was captured by Nazi Germany, and a puppet “Serbian government” was created in Belgrade. In October 1944, Serbia was liberated by the NOLA and the troops of the Soviet Army.
In November 1945, Serbia became a people's republic within the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia, and in 1963 it became a socialist republic within the Socialist Republic of Yugoslavia. With the collapse of the Soviet Union and the socialist community, interethnic conflicts intensified in Serbia.
Serbia has a continental temperate climate. The country has warm summers and snowy winters. The best time to visit the country is from May to September. In the interior of Serbia, the climate is more continental than in Adriatic coast Montenegro. In Belgrade the average temperature is about +17 degrees from May to September, in October - about +13 and in March about +7.
Fauna and flora:
On the slopes of the Serbian mountains there are mixed, coniferous and broad-leaved forests. The country's fauna is characterized by: chamois, deer, fox, lynx, wild boar, bear, hare, dove, woodpecker, cuckoo, thrush, partridge, and golden eagle. Large rivers Serbia is the Danube and Tisza.
The excursion season lasts from May to October.
Culture:
In the capital of Serbia, it is worth visiting the Ada Siganlija Park, as well as the National Museum on Republic Square, the house of Prince Milos and the Ethnographic Museum on Studentski Trg Square. Near Belgrade there is the largest plain fortress in Europe - Brankovic, which occupies an area of 11 hectares and is surrounded by a complex of buildings of the “Big” and “Small” cities. A sufficient amount of impressions can be gained from visiting the magnificent Byzantine-style cathedral in Kragujevac. The most northern city Serbia is the city of Subotica, where the Old Town Hall with Historical Museum, as well as the City Museum, Episcopate of Subotica, Art Gallery in Lenin Park and gothic cathedral St. George.
Belgrade has 2 huge shopping centers - Uš?a and Mercator. Ushcha is open daily from 10 to 22 hours without lunch and weekends, “Mercator” - from 9 to 22 hours without days off and lunch. Regular stores are open from 9.00 to 20.00-21.00 with a lunch break. Remember before going to Serbia for shopping that the largest department stores are open from 6.00-7.00 until 21.00, and 24-hour stores can be found in resort areas and large cities.
Classic national cuisine:
Serbian cuisine is very diverse and can satisfy almost everyone. Balkan “burek” is one of the cheapest local snacks, which is a layered pie with meat or cheese. “Krompirus” is the same burek, only with potato filling. “Cevapcici” is the most famous peppered ground meat in Serbia. Another local culinary “celebrity” is “duvech”, which is a pork cutlet with pepper, rice and tomatoes, cooked in the oven. The most popular drinks are beer, wine and grape brandy.
Interesting places:
First of all, of course, you should get acquainted with the capital of Serbia - Belgrade. This city is a kind of gateway to the country. Belgrade is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. The heart of the city and its main attraction is the Kalemegdan fortress, which was once a Roman castrum. Currently, the fortress is a whole complex that houses Turkish baths, orthodox churches, Muslim graves, as well as a large military museum that showcases the rich military history countries. Stari Grad is the oldest part of Belgrade and is home to the most expensive restaurants and palaces in Yugoslavia.
Traditions and customs:
Serbs are a fairly open and hospitable people who honor their culture. When visiting the country, you need to familiarize yourself with a number of certain rules in order not to cause any misunderstanding on the part of local residents: Firstly, the greeting here is done with a European handshake. It is customary to give the owner a small gift when visiting a house; You can only take photographs in places where there are no prohibiting signs at the entrances. In Serbia, it is prohibited to photograph military installations, as well as port facilities and transport infrastructure.
The main symbol of the country is the image of a double-headed white eagle, with its wings spread in flight.
The flag of Serbia is a rectangular panel, which consists of three horizontal equal stripes: the top is red, the middle is blue, and the bottom is white.
The state emblem of the Republic of Serbia was approved only in 2004, replacing the coat of arms of the Republic of Serbia as part of Yugoslavia. The coat of arms depicts a double-headed eagle with a red shield with four flints on its chest. The royal crown and cloak are depicted at the top. The coat of arms is exactly the same as the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Serbia, adopted for the first time in 1882.
Transport system:
Main line railway passes through Novi Sad, Belgrade, Nis from Subotica. Another line leads from Belgrade to the Adriatic coast. There are 4 types of trains in Serbia: “proverbs” (fast), “ekspresni” (express), “brzi” (high-speed), and “putnicki” (passenger). Costs for different categories of trains vary, but in general tickets are inexpensive. Bus transport is well developed in the country; in addition, a taxi is a very convenient and inexpensive means of transportation in any city in Serbia. For the most part, public transport in cities is made up of old cars.
Airports:
Regular flights Moscow - Belgrade are operated by Aeroflot, as well as JAT Airways.
Approximate flight time is 2.5 hours. A number of airlines offer flights connecting to different cities Europe.
Stations and ports:
The direct train Moscow - Belgrade takes about 2 days through the territory of Hungary and for such a route the traveler will need a Hungarian transit visa.
Exclusive:
There are several national parks: Shara, Mount Kopaonik, Frushka Gora. While in Serbia, you should definitely visit the one-of-a-kind Danube gorge called “Djerdap”, which is located in the eastern part of the country, near the border with Romania. The most interesting thing about it is the Djerdap Gorge, the ancient bridge and the site of the Mesolithic hunters Lepenski Vir.
Vacation/travel features:
The security situation in Serbia is controversial. Cases of petty theft and fraud at the “everyday level” happen quite often. You should not carry valuables, documents or large sums of money with you.
Visa for Russians:
Visa for Russians: Russian citizens do not require a visa to visit Serbia for up to 30 days. The validity of the foreign passport must be at least one month from the end of the trip. Russian consulates and embassies: The Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Moscow is located at: 119285, Moscow, Mosfilmovskaya st., 46 (Kievskaya metro station or Universitet metro station) Telephone: 147-42-21, 147- 41-05, 147-90-08, 147-41-06 (visa information) Fax: 937-96-15 No visa is required to travel to Serbia Russian Embassy in Serbia Belgrade 11000, Beograd, ul. Deligradska, 32 Phone: (8-10-381-111) 65-7533, 64-6068, 65-8251 Fax: 65-7845 Consular Section: Phone: 64-5345 Fax: 65-7845
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The name of this capital is associated with the white color of the city walls of the Roman era.
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Republic of Serbia is a landlocked state in southeastern Europe, in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula. It borders with UN member countries Macedonia in the south, Bulgaria and Romania in the east, Hungary in the north, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the west, and Montenegro and Albania in the southwest.
According to the Constitution of Serbia, it includes the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija, the territory of which is actually controlled by the partially recognized Republic of Kosovo.
80% of the territory of Serbia is located on the Balkan Peninsula, 20% is occupied by the Pannonian Lowland.
The north of Serbia is dominated by plains. The further you go to the south of the country, the larger the mountains become. 15 mountains of Serbia have an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level.
There are 4 mountain systems in Serbia. The Dinaric Highlands occupies a large area in the west, stretching from northwest to southeast. Stara Planina and the East Serbian Mountains are in the east, separated from the Dinaric Highlands by the Morava River. In the south there are ancient mountains - part of the Rilo-Rhodope system. Highest point Serbia - Mount Jeravica, 2656 m high.
Airports of Serbia
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Nis Constantine the Great Airport
Prishtina International Airport
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Republic of Serbia- a landlocked state in southeastern Europe, in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula. It borders with UN member countries Macedonia in the south, Bulgaria and Romania in the east, Hungary in the north, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the west, and Montenegro and Albania in the southwest.
According to the Constitution of Serbia, it includes the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija, the territory of which is actually controlled by the partially recognized Republic of Kosovo.
80% of the territory of Serbia is located on the Balkan Peninsula, 20% is occupied by the Pannonian Lowland.
The north of Serbia is dominated by plains. The further you go to the south of the country, the larger the mountains become. 15 mountains of Serbia have an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level.
There are 4 mountain systems in Serbia. The Dinaric Highlands occupies a large area in the west, stretching from northwest to southeast. Stara Planina and the East Serbian Mountains are in the east, separated from the Dinaric Highlands by the Morava River. In the south there are ancient mountains - part of the Rilo-Rhodope system. The highest point in Serbia is Mount Djeravica, 2656 m high.
Airports of Serbia
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Nis Constantine the Great Airport
Prishtina International Airport
Hotels in Serbia 1 - 5 stars
Serbia weather
The climate is temperate continental, on the Adriatic coast it is Mediterranean. IN central regions countries are always somewhat cooler than on the coast, and the influence of subalpine factors is more noticeable. In the coastal region, summers are usually long, hot (+23-25°C) and quite dry, winters are short and cool (+3-7°C). IN mountainous areas moderately warm summers (+19-25°C) and relatively cold winters (from +5 to -10°C), full of snow. Precipitation falls from 500 to 1500 mm per year, mainly in the form of rain; in the mountains near the sea coast, in some places over 3000 mm falls.
Language of Serbia
Official language: Serbian
Hungarian, Slovak, Croatian, Romanian and Ruthenian languages are also used in Vojvodina. In Kosovo and Metohija the official languages are Serbian and Albanian.
Currency of Serbia
International name: RSD
The Serbian dinar is equal to 100 para. Coins in circulation are in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10 and 20 dinars; banknotes - 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 5000 dinars.
Currency exchange can be done at bank branches, official exchange offices and many licensed exchangers. In Serbia in in public places(train stations, airports) there are currency exchange machines. The rate even at nearby exchange offices can vary quite significantly.
Visa
Facilitated entry regime
To visit Serbia for up to 30 days for the purpose of tourism or transit through the country, Russian citizens do not require a visa. In case of longer periods, a visa is required.
Customs restrictions
The import and export of foreign currency and securities in foreign currency is not limited, declaration is not required, however, the free export of foreign currency is limited to an amount of up to 2,000 euros (including exported dinars). Above this, it is allowed to export only what was previously imported and declared. Import and export prohibited national currency in an amount exceeding 120 thousand dinars in banknotes with a face value of no more than 1 thousand dinars.
Persons over the age of 16 years can import personal belongings duty free (on themselves or in luggage), as well as up to 1 liter of wine and spirits, up to 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars, or 250 g of tobacco, up to 250 ml of cologne or 100 ml perfumes, medicines and medical equipment for personal use, scientific and fiction literature, and automobile fuel (only in the car tank).
The import of drugs, poisons, psychotropic and explosive substances, gold in raw form and in coins, weapons and ammunition, as well as pesticides is prohibited. The export of objects of cultural, historical and artistic value is permitted only with the permission of the Ministry of Foreign Economic Relations of Serbia.
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Tips
Tips in restaurants and taxis amount to up to 10% of the bill. In a taxi, it is recommended to agree on the route of the trip and its cost in advance.
Kitchen
Modern Serbian cuisine has synthesized elements of various national cuisines. The influence of Turkish cuisine is manifested, for example, in the fact that in almost any restaurant you will certainly be offered kufte, lula kebabs, asha kebabs, all kinds of kebabs, “meso za skara” (a Balkan version of barbecue), and lamb pilaf. In the north of Serbia, the influence of Hungarian, Romanian and Bulgarian cuisine is felt, pork dishes are widespread here, and those who wish can try hominy and corn cakes. Grape vodka and red wine are prepared from alcohol in Serbia. In restaurants and cafes, visitors will certainly be offered excellent Viennese coffee and banichki - rich buns or flatbreads - in the morning.
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Purchases
Shops are usually open from 09:00 to 20:00-21:00 with a lunch break (from 12:00-13:00 to 16:00-17:00 depending on the establishment). Large department stores are often open from 06:00-07:00 to 21:00; in resort areas and large cities there are also “24-hour” stores. Numerous private retail outlets operate on their own schedule.
Office hours
Halyk Bank exchange offices are open from Monday to Friday from 7.00-8.00 to 15.00-16.00 (sometimes with a lunch break), commercial banks are open from Monday to Thursday from 08.00 to 13.00-15.00, on Fridays - from 08.00 to 13.00, on Saturdays most banks are closed.
Photo and video shooting
Photography is allowed only in places where there is no prohibiting sign (crossed out camera). It is prohibited to photograph transport infrastructure and energy facilities, port facilities and military facilities.
Safety
You should beware of scammers, especially active in the foreign exchange market, as well as pickpockets, who often “work” at the airport, in public institutions and in crowded places.
Code of the country: +381
Geographic top level domain name:.rs
Medicine
Immunization against typhus and polio is recommended, as well as preventive measures against tetanus, hepatitis B, diphtheria, rabies and encephalitis. Outbreaks of tularemia and hemorrhagic fever are common in Kosovo.
Emergency numbers
Police - 92.
Fire protection - 93.
Ambulance - 94.