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

Unusual Attractions in Serbia

Milanovac, Serbia

Krupaj Spring

Legends of treasure and spirits flow from this this fairy tale-like oasis.

The Skull Tower of Nis

Structure built from the skulls of vanquished foes.

Golubac, Serbia

Golubac Fortress

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

Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade Tesla Museum

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

Družiniće, Serbia

Uvac River Meanders

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

Bubanj Memorial Park

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

Belgrade, Serbia

Ružica Church

A Serbian church lit by chandeliers made of weapons.

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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Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Serbia

Belgrade, Serbia

Gavez Klub

Tucked in an urban forest, this restaurant specializes in homemade, healing rakijas.

Rajac Cemetery

Beautifully carved tombstones fill this unmarked graveyard, uniquely situated near the village's famous stone wine cellars.

Belgrade, Serbia

Poslastičarnica sa stavom

This ice cream parlor serves scoops of flavors like rakia, medlar, and poppy seed.

Spomenik Šljivi

A Serbian monument to plums.

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The Tjentište War Memorial in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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