The main part of the country is located on the Balkan Peninsula. The geography of Serbia is distinguished by mountainous landscapes. Four mountain systems are represented in the country. The northern part, meanwhile, is represented by plains.
The mountains of Serbia are quite high, fifteen of them have a height of two thousand meters. Jerawitz reaches two thousand six hundred meters. There are a number of navigable rivers in the republic, such as the Sava, Tisza, Begei, and also the Danube. The country built channels connecting the main waterways. Numerous lakes, if not replace the seascape, are still a great place to relax. Vlasinskoe and Radonichenskoe lakes have a very picturesque view. In Serbia, there are large waterfalls originating in the mountains. Yelovarnik and Peel are over sixty meters high. Geography of Serbia It is distinguished by constancy and attracts by sharp transitions from plains to mountain ranges, from waterfalls to lakes.
Serbia time
With Moscow, it differs by one hour. The country annually switches to winter and summer mode. The first time the watch is transferred on the last Sunday of March, and the second on the last Sunday of October.
Climate of Serbia
The Balkan Peninsula is surrounded by three large seas. And, despite the fact that the country has no access to them, it directly depends on bypass arrays. The presence of mountain systems plays an important role. The country has three climatic zones: continental, moderately continental and mountainous. The first captures the territory of the north of Serbia, the second - the south, and the third covers the mountainous areas.
Serbia subject to winds, each of which has its own name. Rains fall most often in May or June. Summer in the country is invariably warm and well suited for relaxation. In winter, there is a lot of snow in the mountainous areas, which is very good for skiing and attracting travelers to the country. Serbia Tourism It develops and over time promises to reach the world level.
Serbia Weather
The warmest month is July. The average temperature is thirty degrees with a plus sign. During the snowy and cold winters, the thermometer drops to twenty degrees. Serbia Weather happy with quick springs and long warm autumn. Numerous tourists visit the mountain routes of the country in the winter for active recreation.
Nature of serbia
In the flat part of Serbia, you can see the steppes, and in the mountainous regions mixed forests. The foothills are overgrown with oak forests, and beech and fir settled slightly higher. In addition to these trees, you can find spruce, ash, maple, chestnut and much more. In agricultural areas, plum orchards and vineyards are grown. The nature of Serbia is rich not only in vegetation, but also in animals. The reason for this is largely geography region.
Forest inhabitants are traditionally deer, as well as deer. Wild boars and hares freely settled on the plain. White and black storks share celestial expanses with birds of prey, such as eagles and kites. The rivers are full of commercial fish. Cattle were introduced into the country, as were goats and sheep. Currently, the country's government takes care of the conservation of wild animals, arranging for them protected areas.
Geography of SerbiaRelief Of Serbia
Serbia is located at the crossroads between Central and Southern Europe and is located on the Pannonian lowlands of the Balkan Peninsula. The total area of \u200b\u200bthe country is 88 361 square meters. km (including Kosovo), and the length of the borders is 2027 km (with Albania - 115 km; with Bosnia and Herzegovina - 302 km; with Bulgaria - 318 km; with Croatia - 241 km; with Hungary - 151 km; with Macedonia - 221 km ; with Montenegro - 203 km; with Romania - 476 km).
The Pannonian lowland covers a third of the country and is located in the north of the state (mainly in Vojvodina and Machva), and the eastern tip of Serbia reaches the Wallachian Plain. The relief of the central part of the country, with the region of Shumadiya, consists mainly of hills crossed by rivers. Mountains dominate southern Serbia. The Dinar Alps extend in the west and southwest, following the course of the rivers Drina and Ibar. The Carpathians and the Balkan Mountains stretch north-south in eastern Serbia. The ancient mountains in the south-eastern part of the country belong to the Rilo-Rhodope mountain range. The height ranges from the highest point - Mijur (2169 m) in the Balkan Mountains (the highest mountain in Serbia, with the exception of Kosovo) to the lowest point near the Danube River in Prahovo (17 m).
Climate of Serbia
Most of central Serbia is characterized by a humid subtropical climate (CFA).
The climate of Serbia is influenced by the continent of Eurasia, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. With an average January temperature of about 0 ° C and an average July temperature of +22 ° C, the Serbian climate can be classified as humid subtropical. In the north, the climate is more continental, with cold winters and hot, humid summers, along with rainfall well distributed throughout the year. In the south, summers and autumn are drier and winters are relatively cold, with heavy snowfalls in the mountains. Differences in altitude, proximity to the Adriatic Sea and large river basins, as well as exposure to winds explain the variation in climate. The Mediterranean Sea defines the climate of Southern Serbia. However, the Dinar Alps and other mountain ranges contribute to the cooling of most of the warm air masses. Winter is quite severe on the Peshtersky plateau due to the surrounding mountains. One of the climatic features of Serbia is Koshava - a southeastern, cold, heavy storm that starts in the Carpathians and follows the Danube towards Belgrade and can spread far south - to Nis itself.
Rivers and lakes of Serbia
Djerdap Lake is the 4th largest in the Balkans.
Almost all the rivers of Serbia flow into the Black Sea, across the Danube River - the second largest river in Europe, flows through Serbia for 588 km (21% of its total length) and is the largest source of fresh water. Its largest tributaries flow into it - the Morava River (the longest river in Serbia - 493 km), Sava and Tisa. The exception is the Pchinya River, which flows into the Aegean Sea.
Due to the terrain, natural lakes are rare and small; most of them are located in Vojvodina: for example, the Palich glacier lake with an area of \u200b\u200b6 sq. km is the country's largest natural lake and numerous elders along the rivers (Zasavitsa and Tsarska Bara). However, there are many artificial lakes formed mainly due to dams of hydroelectric power stations. The largest among them are: Djerdap on the Danube with an area of \u200b\u200b163 sq. Km from the Serbian side (total area with Romania - 253 sq. Km), which is also the deepest lake (maximum depth 92 meters), Perucak on Drina and Vlasina. The largest waterfall - Elovarnik (71 meters) is located on Mount Kopaonik.
The abundance of relatively unpolluted surface water and numerous underground natural and mineral water sources of high quality provides an opportunity for export and stimulate the economy. However, extensive extraction and production of bottled water began relatively recently.
Protected Natural Areas
The total forest area in Serbia is 2,252,000 ha (1,194,000 ha or 53% are state-owned, and 1,058,387 ha or 47% are privately owned) or 0.3 ha per inhabitant. The most common trees are oak, beech, pine and spruce.
Serbia is a country with a rich ecosystem with species diversity - occupying only 1.9% of the entire European territory, Serbia is the habitat of 39% of European plants, 51% of European ichthyofauna, 40% of European reptiles and amphibians, 74% of European bird fauna, 67% of European fauna of mammals.
The abundance of mountains and rivers makes Serbia an ideal habitat for various animals, many of which are protected - including wolves, lynxes, bears, foxes and deer. Mount Tara in western Serbia is one of the last regions in Europe, where bears still live absolutely free. Serbia is also home to about 380 bird species. The Tsarska Bara Nature Reserve is home to over 300 species of birds on an area of \u200b\u200bseveral square kilometers, and the Uvats Gorge is considered one of the last habitats of the white-headed neck in Europe.
In Serbia, there are 377 protected areas covering 4947 sq km or 6.4% of the country's territory and include 5 national parks (Djerdap, Tara, Kopaonik, Fruska Gora and Mount Shar), 15 natural parks, 15 “outstanding landscapes” , 61 nature reserve and 281 natural monuments.
Serbia is located in Southeast Europe. Winters in the country are cold, snowy and short. In Serbia, 4 mountain systems are distinguished. This contributes to the development of ski tourism. Riding prices are relatively low, and new tracks appear regularly. The most popular resort is Kopaonik.
The country provides excellent opportunities for recovery. There are thermal springs and incredibly healing air. The most famous resorts are Sokobanya, Vrnyachka Banya, Bukovichka Banya. Serbia has a very rich nature. It is impossible to ignore the Danube and the Jerdap Gorge. Very interesting Shar Planina National Park, Tara, Fruska Gora. Belgrade has a popular piece lake that is incredibly clean. In the park near him, Belgrade people love to spend time.
The culture of Serbia has survived for thousands of years. Its monuments are numerous monasteries and churches, which are famous for their frescoes. Despite numerous wars, Serbian fortresses are well preserved and accept not only tourists, but also various festivals, such as the EXIT music festival. The most popular cities in Serbia are Belgrade, Subotica, Novi Sad, Nis. Tourism in Serbia is not very popular. It is relatively inexpensive, but there is something to see. The country has many historical and architectural monuments, beautiful nature and a pleasant climate.
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For more than 1000 years, the fortress stands on a 125-meter hill near the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Its territory is divided into Upper and Lower City. Inside the fortress are two ancient churches, monuments, the ruins of Roman settlements, defensive structures. Five towers rise above the fortress, and you can enter the citadel through 12 gates. You can watch the magical landscapes from Kalemegdan Park. There you can relax in the cafe.
It is part of the UNESCO heritage, which consists of three monasteries and one church. A valuable example of Byzantine and West Romanesque church architecture. They were built in the XIII-XVI centuries. The first in the list of protected objects was the High Dechany Monastery. He is known for his frescoes. This is a valuable example in Byzantine art. The remaining monasteries were included with the heritage site two years later.
This is one of the most beautiful places in Europe, where the Danube rises in all its glory. In the Dzherdap Gorge, near Golubats it reaches the greatest width - 6.5 km and the greatest depth - 82 meters. Tourists are taken on cruises through the entire gorge, which consists of four smaller gorges and three basins. In some places, 300-meter-high cliffs rise above the river. There are also many ancient fortresses on the banks of the Danube.
This is a man’s monastery, which is located in the mountains on the right bank of the Studenica River. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin and is one of the most luxurious and wealthy Serbian Orthodox monasteries. Founded Studenica in 1190, Stefan Nemanja. Inside the monastery there are two churches: the Church of the Virgin and the Church of Joachim and Anna. The monastery is famous for its Byzantine-style frescoes.
The fortress was built in 1430, when Smederevo was the capital of the country. The fortress has the shape of a triangle. On the one hand it borders on the Danube, on the second on Ezawa. The third side was protected by fortifications. The fortress was defended by a 2-meter wall and 25 towers. In the Small Town there was a printing house, a jewelry workshop, two churches, a palace, and other buildings. The Great City was a trade and craft center.
This is a legendary place on Mount Radan, 27 km from the town of Kursumliya. It represents 202 stone pillars. Their height ranges from 2 to 15 meters. The tops of the pillars are crowned with stone caps. The city of Devil was formed due to weathering, but the locals came up with many legends. Therefore, many excursions are held there at night.
This is a quarter that is located along the 600-meter street of Skadarska. Her story originates in the 30s of the XIX century. Gypsies, artisans, merchants settled on it. After several decades, artists and writers began to inhabit the street. That is why it is the most bohemian old quarter in Belgrade, where there are many galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants.
Shar Planina is a 85 km long mountain range. It is located in the central part of the Balkans. The park area is about 40 thousand hectares. The height of more than 100 peaks reaches 2000 meters, and about 30 - more than 2500 meters. On the territory of Serbia is the highest mountain of Bistra, its height is 2651 meters. The park has incredibly rich flora and fauna. In addition, on its territory more than 40 churches and monasteries, tombs, fortresses.
One of the largest piece lakes in Europe is located just a few kilometers from the center of Belgrade. It is located near the Ada Tsiganliya peninsula - Belgrade’s favorite vacation spot. Thanks to the filters installed on the dams, the water in the lake is clean. A healing microclimate was formed there, the island has a lot of greenery. Ada Ciganlia has over 50 sports facilities for outdoor activities.
An Orthodox monastery in the valley of the Raski River was founded by Uros I in 1263. A little later, the church of St. Trinity, which has survived to this day. Trinity Church is interesting for its frescoes. They have light, light colors and depict biblical images and scenes from the life of the kings of the Nemanich dynasty. This is an incredible achievement of the Serbian culture, which is perfectly preserved.
The impregnable fortress, which was the place of storage of the treasures of the Habsburg dynasty, is very well preserved. It was laid on the Danube in 1692 by Prince Krui for protection against the Turks. In those days, 16 km of underground passages stretched under the fortress. Today on its territory there are archives, museums, cafes, restaurants, hotels, galleries. She also annually hosts music fans who come to the EXIT festival.
This is an open air museum. Its territory is 15 hectares. On it you can see the old huts built without a single nail, household items, a forge, a bakery, the church of Saints Peter and Paul. Also there you can buy previously incredibly popular knitted clothes made of warm wool. Beautiful nature surrounds the orphan, and the air there is considered healing.
This is a park in the west of Serbia. It occupies part of Mount Tara, and its area is 22 thousand hectares. In the park - gorges, canyons, dips, bays, caves. There is also the shortest river in Europe - Vrelo. Its length is 365 meters. In the park you can go fishing in the cleanest piece lakes, try the local alcoholic drink - Klekovacha brandy. The park has rich flora and fauna, and in the summer various festivals are held there.
The history of the fortress dates back to the 2nd century BC. It stands on the banks of the Nishava River, and its area is more than 22 hectares. On its territory Byzantine and Roman buildings were preserved. The current view of the fortress was given by Turkish architects in the 13th century. Inside the fortress there is a park, art gallery, cafe. And if you restore her gate, it can become architecturally and functionally complete.
The monastery was founded by despot Stefan Lazarevich at the beginning of the 15th century. It is located near the city of Despotovac. The monastery was fortified with walls and 11 towers. On its territory there was a huge library, books corresponded. This is a valuable monument of Serbian culture. The frescoes of Manasiah are also popular. The monastery includes cells, the refectory and the church of the Holy Trinity.
On the Belgrade Plateau, proudly towering over the city, is one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. This is the temple of St. Sava. They began to build it in 1935 on the site where they burnt the relics of St. Sava. But the work was interrupted and resumed only 40 years after the war. To this day, finishing work is being carried out in one of the parts of the temple. The height of the shrine is 82 meters, and the weight of the dome is 4 tons.
This is a convent in the historical region of Raska. It was founded at the beginning of the XII century. The Ascension Cathedral of the monastery was the site of the coronation of the rulers of Serbia. In total, they received the crown of 19 rulers. In the temple of the Ascension of God preserved paintings of 1220-1221. Due to the war, the monastery was badly damaged, its medieval frescoes were destroyed. Today Zica is one of the largest monasteries in Serbia.
This is the only museum in the world that owns the scientist’s real personal belongings: patents, drawings, letters, photographs, drawings, books. It was founded on December 5, 1952 in a mansion in Belgrade. On the ground floor you can not only see, but also test the invention. Visitors have a chance to feel like a Jedi, try the Tesla Coil. On the second floor are stored things scientist.
This is a monument to Serbian history and culture. It is installed a few kilometers from the battlefield on the Kosovo field. The text of the Kosovo oath, which was given by Prince Lazarus, is applied on it. The number of Turkish troops was several times higher than the Serbian army. One of the Serbs killed the Sultan, but his son became the commander of the army. In the same battle Lazar died, his daughter was sent to the harem, and the Serbs lost their independence.
This is an impressive and gloomy historical monument. It was built by the Turks when, in 1809, a Serbian uprising was crushed. The rebel leader fired at the gunpowder, destroying himself and his army. Then the Turkish troops tore the skin from the skulls of the Serbs, stuffed it with straw and sent it to the Sultan. From 952 skulls of the Serbs built a gloomy tower. Only 58 have survived to our days; they are surrounded by a chapel.
This is an architectural ensemble located in the east of Serbia. It was built in the III-IV century by order of the emperor. On its territory there is a palace, fortifications, cathedrals, a triumphal arch, a memorial. The complex can be considered a small town. This is a striking example of traditional Roman architecture. In 2007, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
This is a natural cave 20 km from Despotovac, which is one of the most visited. Its length is 2850 m, the length of the tourist route is 800 m. It is generously decorated with nature. Inside it, stalagmites, stalactites, columns, petrified waterfalls. This cave is about 80 million years old. Its territory is divided into four viewing rooms. They also say that before the start of the Battle of Kosovo, Serbs hid treasures in caves.
This is the most popular balneological resort in the Rash region. It treats diseases of the digestive system and diabetes. It is known for its thermal springs, the temperature of which is equal to the temperature of the human body. They are located in a park area, and near them are monasteries and ancient buildings, which are listed by UNESCO.
This is an Orthodox monastery, which is located in central Serbia near the city of Velika Plana. This is one of the few monuments of wooden architecture in the country. The monastery was built in 1818 by Vuitsa Vulichevich. A year before the construction, he participated in the murder of his godfather. According to legend, the monastery got its name as a sign of repentance of the prince.
The village was created by Serbian director Emir Kusturica to shoot the film “Life as a Miracle”. This is the embodiment of his childhood dream of an ideal village. It is located on the slope of Mokra Gora Mountain near the town of Uzice. Today, the village receives tourists; on its territory there is a hotel, a cinema, a library, a gallery and a church. There is a restaurant, pastry shop, pool and much more. All houses are made of wood.
This is a narrow gauge railway that runs between the settlements of Mokra Gora and Shargan-Vitasi. Its laying began in 1916. Today, the train travels on a tourist route in the form of a figure eight. Tourists are greeted with stunning views, the fortress in the city of Uzice and ancient stations. The cars are rare, you can climb them and touch everything.
A resort in eastern Serbia near the city of Nis. Sokobanya lies between the mountains. Near the resort flows the river Sokobanska Moravica. This is a wellness center for the treatment of non-specific lung diseases. It is rich in thermal springs saturated with radon. Useful is the resort’s ionized mountain air. The climate there is pleasant, without fogs and winds.
This is a tourist area in the highlands of Serbia. It is 30 km from Belgrade. Zlatibor is a health resort that is famous for its healing air. In many towns it’s calm and very clean. Cottages and hotels have been built for tourists, the prices in restaurants and cafes are low. The center of the region is the city of Kralevé Voda surrounded by pine trees. The hills are very picturesque in the area. Tourists love to be photographed here.
We can safely say that Serbia rises from north to south. And it grows with forests in the same direction. So what is nature of serbia.
Vojvodina Autonomous Okrug, in the north of the country, is located on the Pannonian Plain, which is a continuation of Hungary. There are practically no forests and the land is actively used for agricultural purposes. Vojvodina feeds the whole country. Corn, wheat, vegetables and so on - for the most part, all this is from there.
South of the country, or another country? In general, Kosovo is a large valley with mountains along its edges. Mountains define the borders of Serbia with Albania and Macedonia.
In central Serbia, rivers, hills and simply a huge number of forests by European standards. Serbian “noise” is oaks, ash, beeches, maples and birch. All that is in Russia. Big cities can be said not. But a lot of villages.
And the rivers flow slowly and majestically. The largest and grandest, of course, is the Danube (about 600 km in Serbian territory). The Danube has a lot of old women, bays, coves and swamps. In addition - the famous Djerdap gorge. The river runs through most of the border between Serbia and Romania.
Although fishing on the Danube is booming, by international standards the river is considered rather dirty. However, what can we say about the Volga or Kama !? The largest Danube tributary of the Sava flows from the west, from Croatia and Slovenia, and flows very beautifully into the Danube directly in Belgrade.
Many rivers are navigable. Game has survived in the forests, hunting and tourism associated with it are flourishing. Many wild fruit trees, such as plums and apple trees. And do not forget about the mountains in the west and north, with pine forests and clean air. In Serbia, as many as 5 national parks!
Climate of Serbia continental and softness is no different. Especially in Vojvodina (Novi Sad). True, in winter there are practically no severe frosts and snow usually lies only in January and February. In the mountains (for example, in Zlatibor or Kopaonik) snow lies from November to April.
The main problem in Serbia is the wind. A cold "koshava" blowing from the east from October to April, with varying success brings rain or snowstorm. There is not much good in this. In Vojvodina, a “Severac” is taken out, naturally blowing from the north from Hungary. However, all this can be experienced. Is not it?
There is no Mediterranean climate in Serbia, due to the fact that mountains interfere with the southern air masses. Moreover - sometimes the temperature in winter drops even below 20 degrees.
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Flora of Serbia is represented by such plant species as coniferous, mixed and broad-leaved forests. Also present are such tree species as maple, ash, chestnut, walnut, willow and poplar.
Characteristic representatives of the wildlife of Serbia are roe deer, wild boars, bears, chamois and hares.
The avifauna is represented by kites, eagles, black and white storks, partridges, pheasants and its other representatives.
The local rivers are home to catfish, carp, perches, carps and trout.
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