ATTRACTIONS

Belgrade Attractions

Kalemegdan

A host of Belgrade's main sites of interest for visitors are concentrated on the rocky ridge of Kalemegdan, site of the original fortified city, which overlooks the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. The neighbourhood is now maintained as a park, containing the ancient fortress, zoo, art pavilion, observatory, planetarium, a Roman well, the Military Museum and some lovely walks.

Address: Accessed from the Knez Mihailova and Uzun Mirkova; Opening time: The museums and other attractions are generally open 10am to 5pm. Museums in Belgrade are closed on Mondays

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Royal Palace

The Royal Palace of Serbia's Obrenovic dynasty has become a popular attraction, with its elegant salons, crammed with important artworks and magnificent décor, open for public tours. The palace was built in the 1880s, designed by Aleksandar Bugarski, who set out to outdo all former Royal residences in the country. Today it houses the City Assembly of Belgrade, and is regarded as a national architectural treasure.

Address: Corner of Kralja Milana and Dragoslava Jovanovi�a streets; Telephone: (0)11 3343 460; Opening time: Tours depart Nikola Pasic Square Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am and 1.30pm (1 April to 31 October). Bookings at the Tourist Information Centre, Makedonska 5

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Temple of Saint Sava

Dominating Belgrade's cityscape is the monumental, massive Temple of Saint Sava, the largest Orthodox church in use in the world and still not quite completed although building has been going on for more than 50 years. This remarkable domed building with its white marble and granite facade is dedicated to the medieval Saint Sava, founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church, and its construction has been financed exclusively by donations. Visitors are welcome to view the church, which is set in lovely gardens.

Address: Vra�ar plateau

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Skadarlija Street

Skadarlija Street is the Belgrade's equivalent of Paris' famous Bohemian Montmarte neighbourhood, one of the most popular haunts of tourists in the city. Lined with restaurants and pubs, their tables and festivity spilling onto the pavements, it is a colourful spot to soak up the traditional Serbian scene, with strolling gypsy musicians mingling with artists and local revellers. It is the venue to sample the local specialities, washed down with beer and good conversation, perhaps pick up some souvenirs, art and antiques and promenade along the cobbled pedestrianised precinct.

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National Museum of Serbia

A must for any art lover, the National Museum of Serbia in Belgrade houses a remarkable collection of more than 400,000 items, from Old Masters to medieval and modern art, numismatics and a sprinkling of archaeological exhibits. The museum is currently undergoing a multi-million Euro renovation.

Address: Republic Square; E-mail: pr@narodnimuzej.org.yu; Website: www.narodnimuzej.org.yu; Telephone: (0)11 330 6000; Opening time: Daily except Mondays, 10am to 5pm, Thursday 12pm to 8pm and Sunday 10am to 2pm

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Residence of Princess Ljubica

Built in 1831 as a private residence for the wife of Prince Milos, the stately home of Princess Ljubica is now a museum demonstrating the unique Balkan architectural style, incorporating some Baroque elements. The interior has been preserved to showcase the lifestyle of well to do Belgrade homes in the 19th century and is an important cultural heritage icon in the city.

Address: Kneza Sime Markovi�a 8; Telephone: (0)11 263 8264; Opening time: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm; Thursday 12pm to 8pm; Sunday 10am to 2pm