Serbia is a unique country in Europe, in part because of its preference for a semi-neutral geopolitical stance and distrust of joining the EU. Lately it has seen a large influx of newcomers due to the war in Ukraine. It has been off the radar for tourism for a long time, but that is slowly changing.
Travel thought: What are the most important factors a European country should consider about joining the EU or Schengen zone?
Avala Tower, rebuilt after destruction in 1999
Belgrade Botanical Garden
Kalemegdan Park is the main park in the downtown that is built around an old fortress
Kalemegdan Park with clouds
The chess crowd is in the park every day
For some reason, Dino Parks are a popular children’s attraction in the region
Kalemegdan gate
The view of the Belgrade waterfront development from Kalemegdan
Kalemegdan at night
Old Ottoman style building in Kalemegdan
Saint Sava Church
Saint Sava Church
Tea time
National Theatre
Belgrade zoo
The Belgrade zoo is literally in the Kalemegdan fortress in the core downtown of the city. The hippos and giraffe get prime real estate, but at the cost of smaller enclosures. Still, there’s an impressive variety of animals.
