VISITING BELGRADE, SERBIA
Click to subscribe and join the SHABL mission - bit.ly/1uR4ogG In this video I'm visiting Belgrade, Serbia. Oh how it feels good to be back in Belgrade. Last time I was in Belgrade was last year when I visited with my friend Gautier. This time, I was invited by the tourism board to take part in a trip which would explore lots of what Serbia had to offer - naturally I said sure and glad I did. This is just my first afternoon and evening but can give you an idea of things to do in Belgrade, Serbia. I'm a fan of Belgrade as it's busy, fun, affordable and has good food / fast internet. It's one of my favourite cities in the Balkans or anywhere and considering it as a possible business base a few months a year. A brief traveler's guide to Belgrade, Serbia Does your European itinerary have you passing through Belgrade this summer? There are a number of outstanding attractions, amazing restaurants, and killer nightlife spots that be found within Serbia's capital, so don't be in a rush to pass through. Here's what you can expect to find in this Balkan hotspot... Experience this city's ancient and medieval history In order to get the complete story of the city of Belgrade, a visit to Belgrade Fortress is is practically mandatory. For much of its history, the lion's share of its population laid within the protection that its walls afforded. As Belgrade was located at the intersection point of a variety of different empires and kingdoms over the centuries, they needed all the protection they could get, as this fortification was the target of countless assaults throughout history. Starting with the Huns and the Goths, and ending with the Ottomans, the park that residents flock to whenever the weather cooperates is called Kalemegdan Park, which translates to battlefield fortress … a fitting name for such a coveted corner of the Balkans. Learn about one of the greatest inventors in history These days, the name Tesla is well known throughout the world, as it has been appropriated by entrepreneur Elon Musk as the name of his fleet of electrically powered luxury vehicles. Its a flattering homage to one of history's greatest inventors and innovators, whose greatest contribution to the world was the creation of the alternating current, which made the widespread electrification of the world possible. This achievement, and many others is cataloged in the Nikola Tesla Museum, which contains over 160,000 documents and records relating to his life's work. Be humbled by one of the most massive cathedrals on the planet After the fall of Rome in the 5th century, Serbia was situated at the western edge of the rapidly ascending Byzantine Empire. While Roman Catholicism dominated the religious life of the Western Roman Empire, the Byzantines created the Orthodox Church in the 11th century as a result of a difference of opinion with Rome over core precepts of how the faith was to be practiced. After ridding themselves of Ottoman rule following the First World War, plans for the construction of the Church of Saint Sava were drawn up, with construction beginning in 1935. While the cathedral that honors the man that led a rebellion against Ottoman rule in the 16th century is still not 100% complete after 80 years of building, the massive domes and interior arches of one of the biggest Christian churches in the world still make it well worth a visit. Beat the mid-summer heat at Ada Ciganlija Summers in Eastern Europe can get fiendishly hot at times, which might be cause for concern when visiting Belgrade, given its location inland. Following the locals to Ada Ciganlija will alleviate these worries though, as this river island turned peninsula is home to beaches and a shallow lake that reaches 24 degrees Celsius in August. In addition to swimming facilities and restaurants, grounds for a variety of other sports and recreational activities are also available. From basketball to chess (the locals are wizards at this game, so look out), it won't be hard to find a way to make the best of a glorious summer day in Belgrade. JOIN THE SHABL ARMY: bit.ly/1uR4ogG INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/bloggeries TWITTER: www.twitter.com/bloggeries BLOG: stophavingaboringlife.com Music provided by Audio Network... Daily travel vlog filmed on a GoPro Hero 4 Silver or Canon G7X Subscribe for more daily vlogs of the travel nature…
