34 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Serbia - Atlas Obscura

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Attractions
in Serbia

Smederovo, Serbia

Golubac Fortress

This 14th century castle withstood years of battle but is now sliding off the hills into the Danube.

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The Skull Tower of Nis

Structure built from the skulls of vanquished foes.

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Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade Tesla Museum

Nikola Tesla's ashes are held in a golden sphere, surrounded by his works.

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Družiniće, Serbia

Uvac River Meanders

A sinuous path among steep cliffs creates a stunning sight in southwestern Serbia.

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Bubanj Memorial Park

This memorial park stands on the site of one of the largest mass executions of the Second World War.

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Koracica, Serbia

Kosmaj Monument

This spaceship-like Serbian monument reaches for the stars in celebration of the fallen fighters of fascism.

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Bajina Bašta, Serbia

Drina River House

For over 40 years, this quaint little house has teetered on a rock in the middle of a river.

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Belgrade, Serbia

Ružica Church

A Serbian church lit by chandeliers made of weapons.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in Serbia

Pule

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Meats & Animal Products

Pule

The world's most expensive cheese is made from Balkan donkey milk.

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Komplet Lepinja

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Komplet Lepinja

Cream, eggs, and pork drippings combine in the ultimate Serbian bread bowl.

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Karageorge's Schnitzel

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Karageorge's Schnitzel

This decadent schnitzel stuffed with clotted cream is named after the leader of Serbia's fight for independence.

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Koliva

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Ritual & Medicinal

Koliva

Drooling over this nutty spiced dessert is a heretical move.

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