Another major archaeological site (and doubling as a spa) is that of Gamzigrad, which is one of the four UNESCO sites in Serbia. They become a part of the medical tourism. Ticket price is at February 2015 RSD 300 (€2,5). LED screens arranged all over the Arena, with hundreds of light guns, lasers, robo heads and other light and sound equipment, numerous foamfalls and foam guns will classify this event again as a manifestation that sets new production standards in Serbia and the region Belgrade Foam Fest. Nationals of all European Union countries (including all classes of British nationality), plus Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Macau, Macedonia, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Qatar, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United States and Uruguay may enter Serbia visa-free for up to 90 days within a six-month period. Prices are similar to those in neighbouring countries, i.e. Its two churches are built in white marble and boast some stunning 13th and 14th century Byzantine paintings. Mobile carriers use the following prefixes 60 61 68 Vip mobile; 62 63 69 Telenor Serbia; 64 65 66 mts. The locals are incredibly polite and helpful in case you require any assistance. It has become common for large groups of Slovenes to visit their former capital and celebrate the beginning of a new year. (Serbian Cyrillic:Живели! It's a lively place with lots of entertainment, cafes and restaurants, some of which are opened the whole year round. They are closed on Sunday. If you don't weigh these products yourself before you proceed to pay, you will end up holding up the line for several minutes and possibly causing irritation in other customers. Also, these products tend to be way cheaper than in the rest of Europe (with exception of imported tropical fruits). On the other hand, talking about Socialist Yugoslavia and Tito will not raise as many eyebrows; as most will not hesitate in talking about it and some may even approach it with a strong degree of affection towards that more stable and peaceful era. almost every cafe, pub or restaurant has WiFi access, and will be glad to let you use it. As of mid-December, cities are extensively decorated and lit. can sound rude. Serbia announced that visitors with Kosovan visas or passport stamps issued by the authorities of the Republic of Kosovo will be allowed into the country. Tarif 3 is the 'trick' fare used to scam out of obscene amounts of money, moving 50 or 60 dinars per click. A lot of sport fields and courts (soccer, basketball, golf, volleyball, etc.). It may be checked inside the country by police, or while exiting Serbia. Although the main university is the University of Belgrade (Univerzitet u Beogradu), the University of Novi Sad (Univerzitet u Novom Sadu), because of the city's nature as a multicultural city, usually offers courses in other languages apart from Serbian, such as English, German, Slovak, Ruthenian (Ukrainian), Romanian and Hungarian, amongst others, and is usually the most popular choice for exchange students. There is a cycling route along the Danube's whole course in Serbia and lots of tourist material to help you get along. Fuel (gasoline/petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas) is plentiful and of EU quality, unlike 20 years ago. Drivers speeding and/or driving aggressively are stopped. All of efforts to preserve Yugoslavia were ultimately unsuccessful and bloody civil wars broke out in Croatia and in Bosnia. However, American Express and Diners Club cards are rarely accepted. There is still widespread intolerance against homosexuals. From the airport, you can easily reach the center of Belgrade with bus 72, which stops on the departures level. The decorations remain until way into January due to the persistent influence of the old Julian calendar. The main supermarket chains available in the biggest towns and cities are Maxi and Idea, which keep the goods at relatively good price. See Belgrade Airport Car Rental [33] for the latest prices. Eastern Orthodox worship in this article is distinguished from Eastern Orthodox prayer in that 'worship' refers to the activity of the Christian Church as a body offering up prayers to God while 'prayer' refers to the individual devotional traditions of the Orthodox.. It is meat that is filled with kajmak and bacon, and then also grilled. Buying a SIM Card with prepaid Mobile Data access is a very good option if you plan to stay for a few days in the city. If crossing the border from Hungary, try the Tompa/Kelebija crossing point, about 20km west, or the newly opened Backi vinogradi/Asotthalom crossing point. Euros can be accepted as cash in a few locations, especially in gas stations or resting areas along the motorways and in non-government related agencies or shops (and except big chains) in any town outside the main cities (especially Belgrade and Novi Sad), due to the many people who live/work abroad. A safer bet though, can be the shops, also very commonly found especially in Belgrade, named as Zdrava Hrana / 3драва Храна, or "Healthy Food", which especialize in this kind of organic products. See the Get in by car section for information on driving in Serbia with your own vehicle. This is a bribe. The price varies depending on which Belgrade city zone you are traveling to. More recently, Kosovo unilaterally declared its independence; however, this act remains unrecognised by Serbia and some other countries. The currency in Serbia is the dinar (RSD, динар, pl. A snack or light meal of pastry and drinkable yoghurt (similar to kefir but milder) will give you an added healthy boost when walking about the city center. EXIT festival – Biggest music festival in SE Europe, that is happening in the beginning of July, in Novi Sad, on Petrovaradin fortress [35]. )= I like you! Dotted with ancient monasteries and wineries, it combines orchards and vineyards on its vast plains with tight forests on its plains. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. In practice this means that in the northernmost areas of the country, including Subotica, where there is a sizeable Catholic population, many shops close on December 25 - Christmas Day according to the Gregorian calendar. It takes approximately 30 minutes. The first Serbian state was formed in the mid 9th century, expanding by the mid 14th century to an empire comprising most of the Balkans. Serbian national airline was previously called Jat Airways but, after agreeing a partnership with Etihad Airways in 2013, changed its name to Air Serbia. In its aftermath in 1918, victorious Serbia gathered all south Slav lands (Croatia, Slovenia, Slavonia, Dalmatia, Bosnia and Herzegowina, and Montenegro)into the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes; The country's name was changed to Yugoslavia in 1929. )=I love you! The host probably forgot to offer you a drink and will do so. In public transportation it is considered polite to offer an elderly person or a pregnant woman a place to sit. If the water looks cloudy, it's because of air bubbles in the water. If you're travelling by a campervan, be aware of car service scammers. (Serbian Cyrillic:Како се зовеш? Serbia managed to preserve its freedom for another seventy years, only to be finally overwhelmed by the Turks in 1459. (Serbian Cyrillic:Моје име је Михаило)=My name is Mihailo(Michael), Dobro jutro(Serbian Cyrillic: Добро јутро) = Good morning, Dobar dan(Serbian Cyrillic: Добар дан) = "Good day", indeed to be used most of the day, Dobro veče (Serbian Cyrillic: Добро вече)= Good evening, Laku noć (Serbian Cyrillic: Лаку ноћ)= Good night (only when going to sleep, otherwise, Doviđenja(Serbian Cyrillic: Довиђења) = Goodbye. Pošta Serbije (English site: [38]) is the national mail service, and it is fast and reliable. Mokra Gora is a traditionally reconstructed village in the popular mountain region of Zlatibor. That said, as a foreigner and especially with a language other than English, there are still some opportunities in the growing private sector (especially in fields such as IT), usually with competitive salaries, higher than the Serbian average and with a cost of life way lower than in other parts of Europe. The Euro is occasionally accepted, but prices are often overestimated when directly compared to the Dinar. On your way into Serbia, it seems cheaper, though the Hungarian border guards will demand all passengers sign a form declaring they offered no gift, cash or otherwise, to Hungarian border police whether they paid a bribe or not. Today, people in the former Yugoslavia no longer use this general term for what remains as a common language. Incoming taxis have radio communication with airport authorities. Major retail establishments such as supermarkets and shopping malls remain open on all of these days except January 1 and January 7. Typically, 150 dinars for a coke in a Belgrade bar, and 220 dinars for 3 cokes in a bar outside the capital. To make a telephone call, For local calls dial the 7 digit number eg: XXX XX XX; for long distance domestic calling simply dial 0+ city code+Number, for example, calling to Belgrade 011 XXX XX XX. During the summer tourists love spending their time in Belgrade and enjoy the nature of many national parks throughout the country. Serbia can be divided into five regions and one de facto independent republic: Belgrade and Vojvodina are relatively economically prosperous and have a Central European influenced culture, while the southern regions are less prosperous and have a more traditional Serbian feel. There is an English-language website for train schedules [32]. Note that saying Thanks or Hvala when giving the money for paying can be sometimes understood as "keep the change", so avoid saying this until your change is given back to you. There are also express mini buses (line A1) connecting airport with Slavija square. The most decorated female warrior in the history of warfare was Serbian. Organic food in supermarkets is growing as a trend in Serbia and most supermarkets will have a section for only organic products, and even some supermarkets, such as Idea Organic are beginning with the concept of selling only organic food (at a higher price as in other supermarkets). The observance of Christmas around the world varies by country. Money changers may refuse worn-out or damaged foreign banknotes, especially US dollars, therefore it is recommended to bring notes only in good condition. Orthodox Christmas Day, no-working day. In Belgrade you can even find sushi or kosher food. Sremski Karlovci near Novi Sad has a rich history, numerous monuments, museums, churches, galleries and famous wine cellars. In the late 1990s, the conflict with the Albanian separatist movement in Kosovo led to a NATO bombing campaign and direct intervention, which left the placement of Kosovo under a UN administration. The ones coming from the country Serbia has signed a special health insurance treaty can have it for free, others have to pay on the spot. It is also worth visiting a pijaca (green market) to buy some fresh fruit, vegetables and other grocery items. They are also quite willing to practice it with foreigners. If you are driving on country and local roads, pay attention to the bicycle riders, tractors and other heavy agricultural machines, especially at night! Although too few cities offer appropriate cyclist-friendly infrastructures, cycling is slowly gaining interest among the population as an economic and sustainable alternative way of touring and commuting. Serbian police is one of the key factors in revealing and cutting drugs smuggling canals. One of them was Constantine, the first emperor who legalized Christianity. In some towns near the Hungarian border, you are more likely to hear Hungarian. Van Darkholme works over two hard naked slaves.. Danny Lopez sucks and rides two cocks in gay threesome sex scene Busty Richelle teases Lex and gets her tender fleshy pussy cheeks probed Sexy schoolgirl penetrated with toys and big cock Hot Latina chick loves eating that monster black chocolate bar Und dann kommt der Alte rein Sexy Japanese Chick Mei Haruka Part 4 Dm720 * Christmas is celebrated on 7th January by Orthodox Christians. All licensed taxi drivers have a badge, an oval blue license plate with a serial number, and the Belgrade Coat of Arms displayed on the roof. Outside urban areas and with bigger quantity products, and cheaper price are big shops such as DIS, Metro, Velpro or Tempo. Even for a country with such low salaries, tipping in restaurants or bars is totally not expected, although appreciated. There is a direct route once a day at 16:00 and all other buses (Matpu) offer a transfer in Niš. Travel time to the city centre is approximately 20-30 min., depending on traffic. Serbian food is a typical Balkan mix of Central European and Near Eastern dishes. Although the region around the town of Mionica has been known for some earthquakes in recent years, these were by no means destructive. Other fine monasteries include the Mileševa monastery near Prijepolje, with its world famous "White Angel" fresco, and Krušedol near Srem.The famous medieval monasteries were protected by UNESCO are: The Pec Patriarchate(monastery), Gracanica monastery, the monastery of Visoki Decani, ... Of the several national parks and natural areas in the country, Fruška Gora is undoubtedly one of the best. This site is owned, operated, and maintained by MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Due to the high fat content it is not for dieters. If you are thirsty it is polite to ask for a glass of water. : Добро, а ти! Niš - Serbia's second international airport is in Niš - Niš Constantine the Great International Airport (INI). In the night between January 13 and 14, you can actually re-live New Year's Eve. Serbia's official currency is the Serbian dinar (RSD). And getting work permits and visas from the government can be sometimes very challenging, especially if you do not speak Serbian or know anyone who can make things easier for you (having contacts). It's safe to drink, but you can also let it sit for a few seconds and watch the air bubbles clear up. If you are invited to someone's slava, don't refuse. (Serbian Cyrillic:Видимо се, касније! It consists of different types of minced meat (pork and beef) mixed together, shaped like small sausages, and then put on the grill. Serbia (Serbian: Србија, Srbija) [1] is a country located in the Balkans, in southeast Europe. Izvinite! At the end of September, the town hosts a traditional festival called "Smederevska Jesen" (Smederevo Autumn) which is a festival of vine and Serbian culture with many concerts and other happenings. Gitarijada - one of the oldest rock festivals in Europe which started back in 1968. Make sure to wait for everyone to exit the vehicle before you enter, as to avoid dirty looks. Once an important military fortification, it now serves as central park of Belgrade with beautiful views, especially during sunset. The Skull Tower is not a fictional place and it can be found there. For information about Serbian bus traffic and detailed search of schedules see "Polazak.com Timetable". {{{2}}}. At the night, they make a little damage to your engine and when you can't start at the morning a helpful man will appear, offering you an assistance. In 2002, the republics of Serbia and Montenegro began negotiations to forge a looser relationship, which led first to the name change of the nation to "Serbia and Montenegro", then culminated in Montenegro declaring independence in June 2006. The highest point is Đeravica at 2656 m. A traveler with average knowledge of this region can find history of Serbia to be surprisingly rich. Novi Sad is another delightful city, with the Petrovaradin Fortress (one of the greatest and best preserved XVIII century fortresses in Europe) as its main sight. For more information, see the timetable (arrivals/departures) of the Belgrade bus station (in English): (Serbian Cyrillic:Добродошао!) There are direct bus lines almost every half an hour and it takes about one hour to get there from Belgrade. It basically means please, but also you're welcome, an appropriate response when somebody thanks you (and says hvala). )= How are you ? Note that groceries tend to be at a smaller price as in the rest of Europe if those are produced in Serbia or in neighbouring countries, and at the same price or maybe a bit higher as in Germany if it is a imported product from EU. slightly cheaper than Western Europe, but very expensive compared to North America. All other nationalities who do not fall into the above categories require a Serbian visa. Turkish delicacies such as baklava, tulumba, and other Greek/Turkish treats are also commonly found. Rounding up the bill or adding a tip is customary when service and food were impeccable and ensures you get the best service next time you come around. Vienna - Buses leave from Vienna International Busterminal (Erdberg) almost every day. However, Serbian New Year's celebrations are most known for the outdoors festivities in Belgrade, and several other major cities such as Novi Sad, Niš and Jagodina. Volim te! Belgrade, Niš and Kragujevac universities also offer exchange or international studies programs, although mostly in Serbian language with fewer choices in English. One safe bet for those products are the markets or street stands. Hvala! Download all the audio files (Zip format, 1.5MB) . Ćao (Serbian Cyrillic: Ћао)= Similar to "Zdravo", even more informal (pronounced the same as in Italian, but with different accent). Banks usually accept slightly damaged notes, sometimes with a commission. Do not forget to taste the Karađorđeva Šnicla. Belgrade - The main airport of Serbia is the Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG), located 18km from downtown Belgrade. It is usually eaten with diced onion, and is very tasty. The river island Ada Ciganlija has an artificial lake and an 8 km long gravel beach, which is visited by thousands of bathers during the summer. They are charged by road section, so it's possible to pay more if only part of a section is used. See Bus travel in the former Yugoslavia for more information. For destinations south of Belgrade, Zoran Reisen coaches leave at 3PM on Friday, and charge around €45 for a one-way trip. Pure vegetarian restaurants are rare, but many places will provide you with non-meat food (just ask for 'posno'-colloquial term for non-animal and non-diary foods - but it could have seafood or seafood ingredients). The partisans, commanded by the Croatian-Slovenian Field-Marshal Josip Broz aka Tito emerged victorious and formed a provisional government that abolished the monarchy and proclaimed a republic in 1946 after a dubious referendum. This also includes all other Slavic languages, especially Bulgarian and Macedonian. The buses from the transfer onward are operated by Nis-Ekspres. United States About Blog Orthodox Christianity is a project of Moscow Sretensky Monastery providing Orthodox news, feasts, saints, theology, history and Christian encouragement in today's world. The remaining republics of Serbia and Montenegro declared a new "Federal Republic of Yugoslavia" (FRY) in 1992. Prices range from RSD 1800 (€15) to RSD 8,200 (€72). Similarly, when coming from Croatia, you may want to cross the border at Tovarnik/Šid instead of Bajakovo/Batrovci, and from Macedonia at Pelince/Prohor Pčinjski instead of Tabanovce/Preševo. Make sure that the taximeter is switched on unless you have haggled for a set price. Keep an eye out for markings which may note a potential UXO zone when outside the cities and always stick to well-trod paths. It was made by the members of the Serbia Travel Club, an association of independent travelers from Serbia, and is available in English and Serbian. However, you should always be aware of pickpockets, mainly in crowded tourist places and on public transportation. Anything is fine from flowers to chocolate or alcoholic drinks and indeed something representative from your country. Numerous fast-food stands (burgers, barbecue, pizza, hot dog, pancakes...) and bakeries (oriental and european paistry, pitas...) are usually very good and will satisfy your needs at a reasonable price. The trip costs 24 lev to Nis (information from 2013) and 52 lev to Belgrade, with an optional 2 lev student discount (accurate as of September 2016). The frescos at Sopoćani (near Novi Pazar) are considered some of the finest examples of their time, and the monastery is on the World Heritage list together with ruins of ancient Stari Ras, once the capital of the Serbian state of Raška but deserted in the 13th century. All foreigners have the right to receive help. However, necessary precautions should still be taken. There are also many spa resorts such as Sokobanja, Niška Banja and Vrnjačka Banja. There are international fast-food franchises such as McDonald's, KFC, and Pizza Hut. It is surrounded by Montenegro to the southwest, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the west, Bulgaria to the southeast, Croatia to the northwest, Hungary to the north, North Macedonia and Albania to the south, and Romania to the northeast. If you are traveling from any of the surrounding countries, make sure to change your left money to Euros, and back to Dinars in Serbia. Otherwise, you can ask your friends or anyone in the street where to find a good one, especially for rakija, everyone will know someone who produces it at home and can sell it to you for a low price (600-700 RSD a liter). Soko Banja is another famous spa and tourist place in Serbia for its moderate continental climate and immense surfaces of woods, fresh air and a lot of thermo-mineral sources. )=Have a nice trip! Or better, take one of the several bus lines, check the Belgrade section. Nevertheless, there are many other private institutions offering Serbian language courses for foreigners at a reasonable price. It was a founder and one of the six republics of the former Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Kragujevac), and in every smaller town of at least 10,000 people. Vidimo se, kasnije! Moje ime je Mihailo! Srećan put! The only real possibility of getting into trouble is with football hooligans in match days, especially during the Belgrade derby (Partizan vs. Crvena Zvezda), or in games between the national football team plays some "unfriendly" country, such as Croatia or Albania, in which the streets are heavily patrolled in case the hooligans want to make trouble outside of the stadium. A RSD500,000,000,000 note makes an interesting souvenir. Great Opportunity. Serbia is on the crossroads of European history and as such, it is a mix of cultures, ethnicity and religions. Socially, displays of affection among the younger generation are the same as Western European standards, but the older generation (over 65) still are quite conservative. The religious makeup of the nation reflects this ethnic breakdown. Being obviously drunk is a sign of bad taste, lack of character, and worse. Service charges are always included in restaurant bills. This is considered rude. Work is relatively hard to find for foreigners without skills in the Serbian language. One noteworthy thing to remember when shopping for groceries in Serbia is that virtually all grocery stores require you to use a self-service scale when buying fresh fruits and produce, and the cashier will not be able to do this for you. Trains to Romania, Bulgaria and Macedonia tend to be often quite late (about an hour) and they are allegedly reported to often consist of old, not very comfortable, cars. A cheap way of traveling to or from Serbia might be the Balkan Flexipass.