add_action('wp_footer', function () { echo ''; }, 99); add_action('wp_footer', function () { echo ''; }, 99); Culture Archives - Trip2Balkan https://trip2balkan.com/tour_category/culture/ Explore Balkan - Great Tours & Destinations Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:01:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.11 https://trip2balkan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/cropped-logo_trip2balkan-1-32x32.jpg Culture Archives - Trip2Balkan https://trip2balkan.com/tour_category/culture/ 32 32 The doorway to the past Vol.2 https://trip2balkan.com/tours/the-doorway-to-the-past-vol-2/ https://trip2balkan.com/tours/the-doorway-to-the-past-vol-2/#respond Thu, 18 Jul 2019 11:36:12 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=5193 The doorway to the past Vol.2 is an unusual journey, that will take you to the mystical places of eastern Serbia. From the famous Viminacium, late lunch at the restaurant “Kapetan Misin breg”. And all the way to the medieval Manasija Monastery. National Museum in Zajecar National Museum in Zajecar is the home to over...

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The doorway to the past Vol.2 is an unusual journey, that will take you to the mystical places of eastern Serbia. From the famous Viminacium, late lunch at the restaurant “Kapetan Misin breg”. And all the way to the medieval Manasija Monastery.

National Museum in Zajecar

National Museum in Zajecar is the home to over 800 interesting and valuable artifacts. Within the museum are several departments. Archaeological, Historical, Ethnological, Department of Art History, and the Department of Documentation.

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Rtanj Mountain

The magnificent mountain Rtanj is the most mysterious place in Europe. It is also the world’s largest natural pyramid, which many says has not been sufficiently explored. There have been various traditions and legends related to Rtanj. And they have always attracted the unusual attention of people who lived in their surroundings.

For instance, legends like one of the hidden treasures deep inside the mountain. The secrets of aliens as well as glowing spheres with power. The stories of the positive energy. Also the amazing beauty, perfect geometric shape, and medicinal herbs that grow only on its slopes. All of this makes Rtanj a mysterious part of nature, whose secrets have not yet been discovered.

 

 

 

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Montenegro Tour https://trip2balkan.com/tours/montenegro-tour/ Tue, 09 Jul 2019 10:23:03 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=5123 Experience Montenegro in the right way! Montenegro Tour will start in Perast. Perast is a marvelous little gulf town, with a rich maritime past and a series of baroque palaces. There are even two islands in front of the city. It is located at the foot of Kasona (873 m), one of the numerous high...

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Experience Montenegro in the right way!

Montenegro Tour will start in Perast. Perast is a marvelous little gulf town, with a rich maritime past and a series of baroque palaces. There are even two islands in front of the city. It is located at the foot of Kasona (873 m), one of the numerous high mountains within the Boka Kotorska fjord. The city is reminiscent of a mosaic, composed of tens of harmoniously incorporated baroque palaces of exceptional beauty. Churches and stone houses, with a fortress in the hinterland and two nearby islands dive the special note to the city.

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Kotor is one of the most attractive cities in Montenegro. It is located in the very heart of Boka Bay, at the foot of Lovcen Mountain. Thanks to the four centuries of Venetian rule, Kotor dominates the typical Venetian architecture, which makes it unique. During the XVI century, Renaissance literature contributed to the further development of the city. Lately, Kotor is the most visited destination in Montenegro with a constant increase in visitors.

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Mountain Lovćen, on the one hand, descends into the Bay of Kotor, and on the other hand, goes straight to Cetinje. The legend says that you can see entire Montenegro from Lovćen. And when there is no fog, the view can reach even the coast of Italy.

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Discover Herceg Novi https://trip2balkan.com/tours/discover-herceg-novi/ Sat, 29 Jun 2019 10:31:37 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=5094 Herceg Novi is a beautiful old town at the foothill of Orjen mountain. It stands between the mimosas, oleanders, magnolias, eucalyptuses… This is the town of eternal greenery, sun and thousand stairs. The history left behind many fortresses, towers, monasteries, churches that witnessed six centuries of different cultural influences. The walking tour will introduce you...

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Herceg Novi is a beautiful old town at the foothill of Orjen mountain. It stands between the mimosas, oleanders, magnolias, eucalyptuses… This is the town of eternal greenery, sun and thousand stairs. The history left behind many fortresses, towers, monasteries, churches that witnessed six centuries of different cultural influences. The walking tour will introduce you to the spirit of this Mediterranean town. Find out what to see, where to dine, what to try and what to avoid.

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For centuries the city perceived in its full size and beauty – by the sea. Seamen were bringing the seeds of unusual plants, exotic trees and fruits, and over time, Herceg Novi became a true botanical garden. Furthermore, the City nestled as an amphitheater, with a privileged view of the open sea. And even two opposite peninsulas – Luštica and Prevlaka. Between these peninsulas,  sailors sail to compete in sailing, fishermen to offer catch on the market next morning, tourist boats cruise to the most famous excursions..

In summer it’s very active in the aquatorium. Yachts and large cruise ships draw attention to those who have sought peace in a coastal restaurant garden. The city port is “Škver“, which means the square, because it used to be there. In addition to the city port, there is a promenade, from Igalo to Meljin (5 km). Finally, along the longest coastal promenade, there is the largest exhibition of exotic plants in the open! Rare plants from all continents, palms, cacti, bananas, magnolia, bushy ornaments, mimosa, wild oranges, camellias, as well as oleander, eucalyptus.

Feel the pulse of this peaceful town and relax like a real local.

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The Monasteries of Serbia Tour https://trip2balkan.com/tours/the-monasteries-of-serbia-tour/ https://trip2balkan.com/tours/the-monasteries-of-serbia-tour/#respond Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:33:47 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=5078 Explore the hidden stories and the beauty of Serbian Monasteries For many centuries, Serbian monasteries stands tall as the guardians of the tradition and past. Manasija monastery is one of the most significant monuments of Serbian medieval culture. It belongs to the so-called  “Moravian school”. which Stefan Lazarevic built it in 15 century. Immediately after...

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Explore the hidden stories and the beauty of Serbian Monasteries

For many centuries, Serbian monasteries stands tall as the guardians of the tradition and past. Manasija monastery is one of the most significant monuments of Serbian medieval culture. It belongs to the so-called  “Moravian school”. which Stefan Lazarevic built it in 15 century. Immediately after its foundation, Manasija became a cultural center of the state. Today many tourists visit the monastery, enjoying it’s high walls and unspoiled nature

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Monastery Ravanica is a Serbian Orthodox monastery in Central Serbia. II was an endowment of prince Lazar of Serbia, who is buried there. Republic of Serbia declared Ravanica as Monument of Culture of Exceptional Importance in 1979.

Equally important, Lazarica church, named after its founder, Prince Lazar. It is located within confines of the Kruševac citadel. This church became an example for other churches in “Morava school” of architecture. We will also visit the National Museum and monument dedicated to heroes of Kosovo battle against Turks.

The Art of Religion

A monastery is laying on a grassy clearing on the left bank of the Ljubostinja river. It was the foundation of Princess Milica, the wife of Prince Lazar. Ljubostinja monastery marks the highest peak of Serbian artistic development in the period, immediately preceding the collapse of Serbia as an independent state.

The monastery complex comprises numerous buildings and encircled by a high defensive wall. The artistic treasure of Studenica is a priceless cultural and aesthetic heritage. Owing to its importance in 1986 UNESCO registrated Studenica in the world cultural heritage.

Uvac originates in Emperor’s village, at some 1460 meters above the sea level. It empties into the Lim river at around 440 meters above the sea level. Uvac lake was created by building a dam, at the altitude of 985 meters. The dam is 160 meters long and 110 meters high, length of the lake is 25 km.

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Topola is a town in the very heart of Sumadija, in the vineyards area, known for the world famous wine production. This town was the center of many historical events during the 18th, 19th and 20th century.  There is a complex comprising of the St. George Church, the Karadjordjevic Dynasty Mausoleum and the house of the royal family Karadjordjevic. Famous mosaics in the Church and in the crypt are the best achievements of fresco painting in Serbia. In the crypt there are the relics of the Karadjordjevic dynasty. The white marble from Carara in Italy is covering the Mausoleum.

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Vineyards of Vrsac https://trip2balkan.com/tours/vineyards-of-vrsac/ https://trip2balkan.com/tours/vineyards-of-vrsac/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2019 13:10:34 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=4866 Vrsac is one of the most visited cities in Vojvodina. The main features of this city are the tower, famous vineyards and monasteries.  The tower is located on the Vrsac bank above the city. Locals don’t know the exact time of its construction, but we can say that it was built around 15th century. The...

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Vrsac is one of the most visited cities in Vojvodina. The main features of this city are the tower, famous vineyards and monasteries.  The tower is located on the Vrsac bank above the city. Locals don’t know the exact time of its construction, but we can say that it was built around 15th century.

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The architecture of Vrsac abounds in various styles that carry the history of the city. Among them are the most common baroque and secession. The first exhibition of wine in Vrsac was held in the cafe “Two Keys”, 1857.  At the end of the 19th century  there were more than 10,000 ha of  vineyards in Vrsac.  There is a wine knight’s order “St. Theodor”, which got its name by the protector of the city. Vrsac harvest, known iby the locals  as “Grape ball”, has a long tradition. Every year, on the third weekend in September, there is  the traditional “Wine Fest” – a fair of wine, winegrowers and winegrowers.

The combination of peaceful Banat plains and lush greenery of the Vrsac mountains, is the main reason for the authentic and sophisticated taste of wines from this region. If we add this to the altitude of 90-250 meters and moderately continental climate, we get the ideal conditions for growing the vines.

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Pannonian Romance https://trip2balkan.com/tours/pannonian-romance/ https://trip2balkan.com/tours/pannonian-romance/#respond Fri, 07 Jun 2019 11:42:13 +0000 https://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=4833 The Sloven tribes settled the territory of today’s Vojvodina during the VI and VII century. Before they crossed the Danube and the Sava rivers, they were settling on the Balkan peninsula. Particularly important cultural centers were Sremski Karlovci, Novi Sad and Fruska Gora monasteries. The government restored monastery complex in the 18th century. Now it...

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The Sloven tribes settled the territory of today’s Vojvodina during the VI and VII century. Before they crossed the Danube and the Sava rivers, they were settling on the Balkan peninsula. Particularly important cultural centers were Sremski Karlovci, Novi Sad and Fruska Gora monasteries. The government restored monastery complex in the 18th century. Now it is  a specific cultural and historical unit of Serbian Baroque art.

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In Vojvodina there are four castles with a rich and dramatic history. Three which are significant cultural goods and over 20 registered cultural goods. The most famous is the “Fantast” Castle who belongs to the Dunđerski family.  The visitors are at the disposal of the Castle “Terei”, the Castle of “Dungeur” in Ecka and the Castle “Dunđerski” at Čelarevo.

Panonian Romance - Serbia, Balkan - Trip2Balkan.com The Dundjerski family was one of the richest families in the  Austro-Hungarian Empire, and certainly the most influential Serbian family in the country.  Castles, dances,  elegant dresses and gentlemen in wardrobes, waltzes … The nineteenth century in Vojvodina looked glorious, mostly thanks to the Dunđerski family.

One of the most beautiful and tragic love stories of Serbian literature is related to Serbian poet Lazar Lazo Kostic and young Jelena – Lenka Dunđerski. All the pain of this love was immortalized in the great poem of “Santa Maria della Salute”, written by Laza Kostic for a decade and a half after the tragedy.

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Fruska Gora is one of the gems of Serbian tourism. The National Park on this Vojvodina mountain is rich in historical heritage, protected cultural goods and natural beauties. And in this area there are many tourist hotels and resorts. Also, the Provincial Government ranked Fruška Gora among the four major tourist destinations on its territory. Furthermore, private investors announced new investments, while the state is seeking a way to improve the infrastructure.

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Red Belgrade Tour https://trip2balkan.com/tours/red-belgrade-tour/ https://trip2balkan.com/tours/red-belgrade-tour/#respond Thu, 23 May 2019 14:27:24 +0000 http://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=4486 Red Belgrade Tour is created for those who love to come to Belgrade and are interested in learning about socialist history. These may be older people, who still remember Yugoslavia and it’s President Tito. Now they want to see how things change with their own eyes. The second group is a little younger, who want...

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Red Belgrade Tour is created for those who love to come to Belgrade and are interested in learning about socialist history. These may be older people, who still remember Yugoslavia and it’s President Tito. Now they want to see how things change with their own eyes. The second group is a little younger, who want to learn about Yugoslavia, but also want to see the city in a fun and exciting way.

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Museum of Yugoslavia

The project “100 years since the creation of Yugoslavia“, implied a different approach and a turn to the museum fund.  The concept of the depot and the exhibition is a  perfect way to show the richness of the Yugoslavia.  This approach provided a completely new insight into the Yugoslav heritage. We can see it through dialogue or pronounced contradictions of the subjects. This exibition is not only for visitors, but also curators and other researchers.

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Secrets of House of Flowers

This is an interesting attraction to visit in many ways – not only that is full of history and information about that period, but also a visual building is extremely attractive. The name “House of Flowers” got its name from the fact that once this building functioned as a glass garden, where Tito’s resting place was surrounded by flowers. Since its close for visitors, the flowers have been replaced with white stones.

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This is a unique opportunity to experience the spirit of the past – join us on Red Belgrade Tour! We will walk you through the most important sites. At the end, you will grasp the impact that Communism had on Belgrade history.

A Tale About Power

The Red Star Stadium, the Belgrade “Marakana“, is one of the most famous and largest football stadiums in the region. The club leaders built the stadium 47 years ago at a place of the stadium of FC “Yugoslavia”. It is interesting that Marakana actually had to be buried in a hill, 12 meters below the level of the stadium of the FC “Yugoslavia”.  During its nearly fifty years of existence, this stadium hosted numerous teams and fans of football.

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Underground secrets of Belgrade Tour https://trip2balkan.com/tours/underground-secrets-of-belgrade-tour/ Sat, 18 May 2019 11:25:45 +0000 http://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=4437 Discover underground secrets of Belgrade. Meet the heritage left from thousands of years ago. From numerous underground tunnels, hundreds of unusual paths, secret passages, bunkers, lagoons – we choose the most interesting secret keepers for you to explore. Underground Belgrade is a new dimension of Belgrade. Don’t deprive yourself of incredible sites and historical facts...

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Discover underground secrets of Belgrade. Meet the heritage left from thousands of years ago. From numerous underground tunnels, hundreds of unusual paths, secret passages, bunkers, lagoons – we choose the most interesting secret keepers for you to explore.

Underground Belgrade is a new dimension of Belgrade.

Don’t deprive yourself of incredible sites and historical facts of Belgrade Underground. On this tour you will hear the legend from the Roman,  Austrian, Turkish and later periods of Belgrade. Each of these periods brings some of its authentic charm.

Our White city is full of secrets. One of them is Roman well on “Kalemegdan” Fortress. Even Hitchcock said in 1964. a year after visiting the Roman well, that “such places are perfect for his inspiration “. The place is full of  positive and negative energy, and both energies are bound incredibly by many legends and lectures.

Above the confluence of the Sava and Danube a fortress is marking the place where most of the armies and warriors were confronting in the history of Europe. The Old Continent does not remember that this amount of conflict marked the history of any other metropolis. The Belgrade Fortress therefore preserves the features of the Romans and their Singidunum, nicknamed on Celtic scaffolds. The first Christians who laid down faith lives were recorded here at the beginning of the fourth century.

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Belgrade Museum Tour https://trip2balkan.com/tours/belgrade-museum-tour/ Thu, 16 May 2019 13:10:29 +0000 http://trip2balkan.com/?post_type=tour&p=4319 If your idea of a perfect vacation includes being exposed to other cultures and interacting with local people, then look no further than our exclusive Museum Tour.

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Belgrade Museum Tour is the perfect way to spend a productive and beautiful day in Belgrade. If your idea of a perfect vacation includes being exposed to other cultures and interacting with local people, then look no further than our exclusive Museum Tour. Our specialized travel agents will take care of all the details including finding the best tour guide for your needs. Feel free to enjoy your time abroad, one destination at a time.

 

 

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Weekend in Sarajevo https://trip2balkan.com/tours/weekend-in-sarajevo/ Fri, 14 Sep 2018 12:15:45 +0000 http://travelicious.bold-themes.com/main-demo/?post_type=tour&p=2838 Sarajevo is blessed with some incredibly beautiful parks which manage, in typical Balkan style, to straddle the line between a bucolic naturalness and well-kept grace. As soon as the sun is out this is where you'll find locals lolling, picnicking and often getting their gear off and catching some rays.

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If you want to catch a break from an accelerated pace of life, get to know the light and relaxing rhythm of Sarajevo. Hospitable and pleasant locals. A walk  on Bascarsija. Famous Sarajevo kebabs and delicious pies under the honeycomb. Baklava, urmasice, as well as traditional Bosnian coffee served in fildans with ratluk (special kind of sweets). These are just a small part of what you will experience on this journey. 

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Four tips for a more complete experience of Sarajevo

Let us give you some useful tips to make your stay in Sarajevo as pleasant as possible: 

1. Intimacy among people is completely acceptable in Sarajevo. So locals who have just met you can ask questions about work, family or marital status, which in some other areas could be considered extremely personal questions. Also, don’t surprise by frequent shoulder straps, grunts, and kissing as a sign of greetings.

2. Coffee in Sarajevo is a good idea at any time of the day. Drinking coffee is a kind of ritual and it is a reason for the gathering of friends, or family and conversation. If someone invite you to their home, expect that the host will first offer you coffee. It is customary to take off shoes at the entrance, when entering the house. Also, it’s a nice habit to bring some nice gift to the host.

3. Remember that people in Sarajevo don’t include tips in the account amounts.  We can advise you to leave a tip in gratitude for a good service. In cafes, the amount is rounded, while in restaurants, the tip of ten percent of the amount of the account is sufficient.

4. Religious buildings in Sarajevo are open to visitors, but you should be properly dressed during the visit. During visits to mosques, women should be in trousers or longer skirts, covered hands, and wear a scarf over their heads, and men should wear pants below their knees. When entering the mosque, it is obligatory to remove the shoes. Photographing in religious objects is not acceptable only at the time of prayer, while in all other circumstances taking pictures is permitted.

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