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Belgrade History Overview
The first documentation of the name Belgrade (Slavic for Belgrade) is dated 878 AD, at the time of the first Bulgarian Empire. During the next the four hundreds the Bulgarian Empire and Hungarian Byzantium fought over the city. In 1284 it rested as the Kingdom of Syrmia under Serbian rule. At the end of the 14th century the southern part of the Serbian Empire was lost but Belgrade in the northern survived for 70 years before the armies of the Ottoman Empire laid siege to the city in 1456. The siege failed but in 1521 it was finally captured by the Ottomans who destroyed most of the city.
In 1594 as the town began to prosper again a Serbian rebellion failed. In the last of the 17th century and twice in the 18th century it was occupied by the Austrian and recaptured. In 1806 the Serbians rebelled and took control of the city until it was recaptured seven years later by the Ottomans. From 1817 it became part of the autonomous Principality of Serbia until the the Ottomans left Belgrade in 1867 when it became Serbia's capital.
During WW1 it was taken by Austrian - Hungarian forces, was recaptured then taken by German troops before being liberated by French Serbian troops at the end of the war in 1918. Post war Belgrade became the capital of the New Kingdom of Serbia. During WW2 Belgrade was first attacked in 1941 by German and Italian forces and then Hungarian and Bulgarian forces. In April 1944 it was bombed by the British. On November 29th it was taken by the Red Army. It was now the capital of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Some historian estimate Belgrade has been invaded 40 times in 2300 years
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Sightseeing and Attractions in Belgrade
If you like architecture and or history there many attractions in Belgrade. The most popular destination is The Old Kalemegdan Fortress in the older part of town. Situated on the highest ground in the city it dominates - it presides over the point where the River Danube and The River Sava merge. The land it stands on is known to have have been inhabited in the 3rd century BC and first fortified by the Roman Empire. It was rebuilt as a fortress in the 12th century has been witness to many battles since. It contains several museums and galleries and offers a unique overview of Belgrade. At night, when floodlit it has a ambience of splendour.
St Michael's Archangel Church at Kneza Sime Markovica 3 dates back to the latter part of the 16th century. It was destroyed in the early 18th century and subsequently rebuilt before being destroyed again in 1797. The present building was completed in 1837 and contains three distinct areas the Altar area being the most atmospheric. The Old Palace at Kralja Milana St is a very imposing palace built 120 years ago with the intention of being the greatest ever home of Serbian Kings. It is decorated with wares entirely imported from Austria. Now it is home to the City Assembly.
The New Palace also at Kralja Milana St was completed in 1929, served as a museum in the Soviet Era and is am impressive 19th century style building that is now the residency of the President of Serbia. The Dorcol Botanical Gardens at 43 Takovska St were founded in 1874. This 10 hectacre site contains over 250 different types of trees and as maby plants and bushes.
The Terazije Square in 1830 is a magnificently spacious square with many pleasant architectural ingredients. The Terazije Fountain built in 1860 being one and the some what loud flamboyant 'pink' coloured Hotel Moskva built 100 years ago being another
One of the most challenging squares in Europe to navigate is Belgrade's Slavija & Vracar Square. Situated at the end of Kralja Milana St. this 1880 square is the intersection for seven major roads and features a roundabout that only nightmares are made of. A walk down Knez Mihajlova St is far less stressful. This 1870 pedestrianised area is a good place to shop but visitors should comply with the 'walk on the right tradition the origins of which are unknown. Close by is The Student Cultural Centre a officers home in the style of a mini-castle built in 1895.
Belgrade Tourist BoardThe Belgrade Tourist board has a very broad and comprehensive set of links to organisations, companies and institutions in Belgrade and Serbia generally. To view these resources please visit their website
Restaurants In Belgrade
For a restaurant that sells good traditional Serbian food try The Kafana Daca at Patrisa Lumumbe 49. This establishment offers a good selection of very well prepared Serbian dishes in an atmosphere which seems to replicate Serbian village life. The salads, cheeses and chicken are very enjoyable and the portions very generous. The service is by Serbian standards unusually good and the prices are very reasonable.
Another place worth visiting is The Dva Jelena in Skadarlija St. This restaurant is located in one of the most popular eating areas in Belgrade which at one time was very 'Bohemian'. An extensive range of traditional tasteful Serbian dishes is complimented by traditional folk music together give it a very relaxed ambience.
The Makao Restaurant at Starine Novaka 7 (Tel 323 6631) is the best Chinese restaurant in Belgrade. This beautifully decorated establishment serves very memorable chicken dishes at extremely fair prices. The Zorba Restaurant also in Starine Novaka (Tel 337 6547) likewise offers exceptional chicken dishes accompanied by equally good salads and a authentic 'Greek Wine List'. For starters try the tomato soup with Greek cheese. Also worth a mention for night birds is the 24hr Toma's Bakery at Kolarceva 8 its sells fresh sandwiches & 25 types of pizza.
Crime and Personal Safety & Security In Belgrade
Pick pockets are a problem on public transport and at the airport. Some tourists are targeted if they are thought to be carrying large amounts of cash. Upmarket cars and four wheel drives attract the attention of thieves.
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Though Belgrade offers a fair range of ways of passing the night away - 90% of these establishments have are off online. Techno music has, in the last decade, established itself 'bigtime' in Belgrade.
The area around the Kalemegdan Citadel, is where the best clubs are found including Underground Pariska 1A, Telephone: 328 2526. and the smaller Libido Skardarska 40C, Telephone334 1600. A good rule in Belgrade is to follow the crowds who are always happy to point you in the right direction. Alternatively you could register on a specialist nightclub website clubcoyu see the link below.
The city has several jazz clubs all worth a visit: BIG DILL, Resavska 32,Telephone: 3231-302. ELLINGTON'S, at Hotel Hyatt Regency, Milentija Popovića 5, Telephone:. 3111-234. HEMINGVEJ, Bežanijska 55, Telephone: 190-742. PLATO, Akademski plato 1, Telephone: 635-010. & RADOVIĆ, Aberdareva 1, Telephone: 3227-8757
Belgrade is Parisian in many respects with numerous cafes all with their own appeal. The oldest of these, which serves as a cafe and restaurant, is the Question Mark Cafe in Kafana Znak Pitanja on on Kralja Petra street across the road from Saborna Church . It is a legacy from the past - a very old building with its own courtyard, low tables and real Turkish coffee. Sadly some of the neighbouring buildings are more recent but it is as popular as ever with the locals. Open all day and evening.
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