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May 19, 2024

　　Though it's small, this museum is worth a gander for its collection of prehistoric, Roman and medieval artefacts, including coins, jewellery, religious pieces and a truly extraordinary, partially bronzed 4th-century Roman gate. It doesn't get many visitors, and the friendly curator is extremely keen to talk about the displays and the fascinating history of Niš.

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　　With Serbian defeat imminent at the 1809 Battle of Čegar, the Duke of Resava kamikazed towards the Turkish defences, firing at their gunpowder stores, killing himself, 4000 of his men and 10,000 Turks. The Turks triumphed regardless, and to deter future acts of rebellion, they beheaded, scalped and embedded the...

　　Mediana is what remains of Constantine the Great's luxurious 4th-century Roman palace. The recently unveiled 1000 sq metres of gorgeous mosaics are the highlight here; they were hidden from public view until protective renovations were completed in 2016. Digging has revealed a palace, a forum, a church and an expansive...

Bubanj Hill Memorial Park

　　Bubanj Hill, located 3km from the city centre, is the location of one of Serbia's most recognisable Yugoslav-era spomeniks (memorials). Three gigantic fists rising from the ground are the work of sculptor Ivan Sabolić and symbolise the resistance and suffering of men, women and children (or, according to other interpretations,...

　　Though its current incarnation was built by the Turks in the 18th century, there have been forts on this site since ancient Roman times. Today it's a sprawling recreational area with restaurants, cafes, market stalls and ample space for moseying, as well as the 16th-century Bali-beg Mosque. The fortress hosts...

Red Cross Concentration Camp

　　One of the best-preserved Nazi camps in Europe, the deceptively named Red Cross (named after the adjacent train station) held about 30,000 Serbs, Roma, Jews and Partisans during the German occupation of Serbia (1941–45). Harrowing displays tell their stories, and those of the prisoners who attempted to flee in the...

Orthodox Cathedral

　　Second only in size to Belgrade's St Sava Temple, this huge Orthodox cathedral, completely restored after being destroyed in a fire in 2001, was consecrated after the liberation from Turkish rule in 1878. The church is a curious mix of Byzantine, Oriental and Western architectural styles and famous for the...

Archaeological Hall

　　Though it's small, this museum is worth a gander for its collection of prehistoric, Roman and medieval artefacts, including coins, jewellery, religious pieces and a truly extraordinary, partially bronzed 4th-century Roman gate. It doesn't get many visitors, and the friendly curator is extremely keen to talk about the displays and...

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