Charming European Towns Serbia

The traditional wooden village of Drvengrad was created by filmmaker Emir Kusturica in the mountains of Mokra Gora. Once designed as a film set the town consists of wooden architecture, mountain views, and cultural events. There are also streets named after Cuban revolutionary Ernesto Che Guevara, Argentine football player Diego Armando Maradona, Serbian actor Miodrag Petrović Čkalja and famous film directors Federico Fellini and Ingmar Bergman. One street is named after Novak Djoković, one of the best tennis players in the world.

Drvengrad features a significant church dedicated to Saint Sava. This wooden church serves as a spiritual focal point for the village. It was created by renowned filmmaker Emir Kusturica and reflects traditional Serbian architecture.

The small town of Knjazevac in eastern Sergia is in a lovely spot situated between three different mountains. There are small colorful houses.

Enjoy strolling by the Timok River. It earned the town the nickname “Serbian Venice." Its many bridges connecting the banks of the Timok River make this town unique and picturesque.

Visit the Knjaževac Homeland Museum, displaying a rich cultural treasury. From prehistoric artifacts to unique two-threaded wool socks, Roman relics to photographs of the town’s old life, this museum guards identity and memory. Especially valuable are its archaeological and ethnological collections, which testify to the resilience and skill of the local people.

Nearby is the Archaeo-Ethno Park, a unique place with the remains of the Roman settlement Timacum Minus, dating from the 1st to 4th century AD, at the foot of vine-covered hills, traditional houses, tools, and customs complete the picture of a life that does not vanish but is passed down.

Visit the wine region.

Perućac is a village in western Serbia, in the municipality of Bajina Bašta. It is situated on the right bank of the Drina River, which constitutes the natural border between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The artificial Lake Perucac sits on the border and was created by damming the flow of the Drina River and construction of the hydroelectric power plant Bajina Basta.

A part of the beautiful village of Sirogojno situated in Zlatibor consists of an open-air museum that showcases traditional ways of life in the region dating back to the 19th century. With quaint wooden buildings, it was declared a Cultural Monument of Exceptional Importance in 1983.

The town of Sremski Karlovi was once the seat of the Serbian Orthodox Church in the Hapsburg Monarchy. The town is known for its history and architecture. You'll find the very first Serbian gymnasium here.

The Karlovci Gymnasium is the oldest secondary school in Serbia, founded in 1791.

The Chapel of Peace is a significant historical site.This Roman Catholic chapel was built in 1817 on the exact site where the Treaty of Karlowitz was signed on January 26, 1699. This treaty marked the end of the Great Turkish War, leading to significant territorial changes in Europe, particularly for the Ottoman Empire.

Situated in the heart of Šumadija, Topola is one of the most historically significant and picturesque towns in Serbia. The town is known for its breathtaking landscapes and exceptional wines.

One of the most important landmarks in Serbia, the Oplenoc complex is a must-see. The Church of St. George, a spectacular Serbian Orthodox church, serves as the mausoleum of the Karadjordjević dynasty. Its interior is adorned with breathtaking mosaics.

Visit the beautifully preserved residence of King Peter I Karadjordjević which offers an intimate look at the life and legacy of Serbian royalty.

A towering monument dedicated to Karađorđe Petrović stands in the center of Topola, honoring his leadership in Serbia’s fight for independence from the Ottoman Empire.

Šumadija is known as the "Tuscany of Serbia" due to its rolling hills covered in vineyards. Wine lovers can visit the wineries for some wine tasting.

Nature lovers will enjoy hiking through the picturesque hills surrounding Topola. There are numerous trails offering stunning viewpoints of the Šumadija region, making it an excellent destination for outdoor enthusiasts.