There are many different ways to get to know the former Yugoslavia. You can watch documentaries, read history books or talk to someone who lived there. But, you’ll agree that the best possible option is to visit the region, if you get ...
You may have never wanted to know much about significant monuments in Yugoslavia. Maybe that’s just not your cup of tea or perhaps you’ve never thought they could be interesting. Whether you’ve lived there or not, you probably know the ...
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New Belgrade, the youngest of Belgrade’s 17 municipalities, is a real showcase of gritty communist architecture. It’s in complete contrast to the old core of the city located right across from it. This part of the Yugoslav ...
One of the most gruesome sides of World War II was the existence of concentration camps. Although they are usually associated with Germany or Poland, many were also located in the former Yugoslavia. Just like in all other camps, the ...
The church of Saint Sava, yet another reason to visit Belgrade. The former Yugoslav capital is home to one of the largest Orthodox churches in the entire world. Precisely, the church of Saint Sava is the second largest, first being in ...
Yugoslavia’s film industry was very successful and critically acclaimed. In fact, not only was it influential in the region, but it was also interesting for movie enthusiasts worldwide. Movies from that era earned Academy Award ...
National museums are often the best way you can get to know a country’s past in one afternoon. With not only one, but three buildings, the Museum of Yugoslavia provides a detailed trip through Yugoslavia’s history and ...
When it comes to deciding whether you should visit former Yugoslavia, we have one tip: let your tummy be your guide. Even if you’re not the type of person to be impressed by its breath-taking nature, cultural monuments, or the ...
Are you a bit of a Yugoslav history geek and a lover of breath-taking architecture? Would you like to see with your own eyes something architects around the world admire? If you answered yes to these questions, you’re in luck. ...
Remember Tito, Yugoslavia’s most famous leader? Does that name ring a bell? Maybe you’ve only heard of him or perhaps you’re someone who’s familiar with his political career and accomplishments. Tito’s ...
Communism in Yugoslavia: How Communist rose to power A lot of people are familiar with the fact that Yugoslavia was once a kingdom. Others know it as a country led by communists. Both are very true. Were you ever curious about how that ...
The beauty of the internet is that nowadays you can access information easily and save yourself plenty of time you would otherwise spend researching. If you’re in a foreign country or plan to visit one, you naturally want to be ...
Josip Broz Tito, whether you agreed with his policies or not, without a dispute, was one of the most remembered and controversial figures in the Balkans. We’re all familiar with the facts. Tito upheaved the system in place and ...