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

Unusual
Attractions
in Serbia

Golubac, Serbia

Golubac Fortress

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

The Skull Tower of Nis

Structure built from the skulls of vanquished foes.

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.

Koracica, Serbia

Kosmaj Monument

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

Belgrade, Serbia

Ružica Church

A Serbian church lit by chandeliers made of weapons.

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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Unique
Food & Drink
in Serbia

Pule

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

Koliva

Drooling over this nutty spiced dessert is a heretical move.

Komplet Lepinja

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

Rakija

The fiery fruit brandy of the Balkans.

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Atlas Obscura Trips

Past Future Monuments of the Balkans

Take a road trip across Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina with Atlas Obscura as we explore the Balkans in search of Yugoslav memorial sites.

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Stories
About Serbia

The Zlatna Ribica (Gold Fish) bar and cafe in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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No one can seem to agree.

by Dan Nosowitz

February 11, 2019

The Tjentište War Memorial in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The Misunderstood History of the Balkans' Surreal War Memorials

As viral images, the so-called "spomeniks" of the former Yugoslavia are often taken out of context.

by Darmon Richter

November 6, 2017